Billings Skyview High School, also known as Billings Skyview or Skyview, is a four-year comprehensive public high school in Billings, Montana.
Serving 1,542 students in grades 9-12, Skyview 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 30% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Skyview High School's student population of 1,542 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Motto
Inspire, Educate, Empower
School Rankings
Skyview 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 Skyview High School is 0.38, 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
#509 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
78%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyview High School's ranking?
Skyview High School is ranked #509 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Skyview High School often compared to?
Skyview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billings West High School, Billings Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyview High School?
The graduation rate of Skyview High School is 83%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Skyview High School?
1,542 students attend Skyview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Skyview High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyview High School?
Skyview High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Skyview High School offer ?
Skyview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Skyview High School part of?
Skyview High School is part of Billings High School District.
In what neighborhood is Skyview High School located?
Skyview High School is located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 8 other public schools located in Heights.
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