Serving 339 students in grades 9-12, Libby High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Libby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Libby High School's student population of 339 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
We are a community providing educational opportunities, motivating learners, nurturing dreamers, and building character.
School Mascot
Loggers
School Rankings
Libby 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 Libby High School is 0.30, 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
#469 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Loggers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libby High School's ranking?
Libby High School is ranked #469 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Libby High School?
The graduation rate of Libby High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Libby High School?
339 students attend Libby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Libby High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Libby High School?
Libby High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Libby High School offer ?
Libby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Libby High School part of?
Libby High School is part of Libby K-12 Schools School District.
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