Serving 92 students in grades 9-12, Belt High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belt High School's student population of 92 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Belt High School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belt High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
76%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belt High School's ranking?
Belt High School is ranked #81 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Belt High School often compared to?
Belt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C M Russell High School, Great Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belt High School?
The graduation rate of Belt High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Belt High School?
92 students attend Belt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Belt High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belt High School?
Belt High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belt High School offer ?
Belt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belt High School part of?
Belt High School is part of Belt High School District.
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