Serving 91 students in grades 9-12, Simms High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simms High School's student population of 91 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simms High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simms High School is 0.29, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simms High School's ranking?
Simms High School is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Simms High School often compared to?
Simms High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School, Ulm School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simms High School?
The graduation rate of Simms High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Simms High School?
91 students attend Simms High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Simms High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simms High School?
Simms High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Simms High School offer ?
Simms High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simms High School part of?
Simms High School is part of Simms High School District.
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