The top reported proficiency rate is 0% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Whitewater High School
Whitewater High School sits in a tiny, unincorporated agricultural community in Phillips County, in the Milk River Valley of north-central Montana, south of the Canadian border. The local economy is built on agriculture, forestry, and the school district itself, which is a major employer. Housing is car-dependent, the built environment is sparse, and the town’s population is very small. The school address at 1 Main Street suggests the high school is integrated into the center of the community rather than on a separate campus.
This is a very small high school serving grades nine through twelve. The student body is small, and the demographics show a predominantly white student population, with a notable share of students who are American Indian or Alaska Native. A substantial share of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, which is a common indicator of economic need in rural settings. The school is part of the Whitewater K-12 Schools district.
State testing data for the most recent school year shows that no students scored at the proficient or above level in math, English language arts, or science. The tested count in each subject was zero, meaning either no students took the assessments or the results reflect a small cohort. A parent should note that with an enrollment this small, a single student’s score can shift the entire reported rate, making year-to-year comparisons unreliable. When compared with other districts in Phillips County, this school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects places it in the bottom quartile of the county set. That comparison set includes six districts total.
The school’s graduation rate was not available in the data, and no chronic absenteeism rate was reported. Civil rights data such as discipline rates or course access information was also absent. No information was found on program offerings like Advanced Placement, career and technical education, or dual-credit pathways.
A search for recent changes or developments within the Whitewater K-12 Schools district found little of lasting impact to report. The community and district appear to be stable and isolated, with no major growth or new initiatives on the record.
Whitewater High School is a choice for a family that already lives in or moves to this remote agricultural area and wants their child to attend the local high school with a very small peer group. It is not a school that shows strong academic performance on state assessments, and a parent considering the school should ask the district directly about curriculum offerings, college and career preparation, and how the school supports students who may be planning for postsecondary education or training. The combination of a tiny enrollment, a rural setting, and a largely agricultural economy gives this school a specific character that will suit some students and families while being a clear limitation for others. The data does not provide a picture of extracurricular activities, staffing, or school culture beyond what the basic profile suggests.
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