Serving 100 students in grades 9-12, Forsyth 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forsyth High School's student population of 100 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide • Prepare • Produce
School Rankings
Forsyth 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 Forsyth High School is 0.33, 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
#544 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forsyth High School's ranking?
Forsyth High School is ranked #544 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Forsyth High School often compared to?
Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lame Deer High 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of Forsyth High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Forsyth High School?
100 students attend Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Forsyth High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsyth High School?
Forsyth High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Forsyth High School offer ?
Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forsyth High School part of?
Forsyth High School is part of Forsyth High School District.
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