Polson High School

Polson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1712 2nd St W,  Polson, MT
3.8
2.8
511 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Peter Hamilton
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
87%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
88.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
254:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
48.1%
White
63.5%
Native American
31.5%
Two or more races
1.5%
Black
1.3%
Hispanic
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Montana State University 137 Students
University of Montana 130 Students
Carroll College 48 Students
University of Washington 42 Students
Washington State University 41 Students
Salish Kootenai College 34 Students
Montana Technological University 33 Students
University of Oregon 31 Students
Flathead Valley Community College 30 Students
Montana State University - Billings 28 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 40 Students
Nursing 35 Students
Psychology 32 Students
Biology 24 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 21 Students
Engineering 13 Students
Elementary Education 12 Students
Physical Therapy 12 Students
Education 10 Students
Environmental Science 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 82 Reviews
4.0 Senior
8/28/2025
During my time attending Polson High School I have had an amazing time. From the quiet tension in tests too the electric atmosphere during sporting events I wouldn't change a thing. The teachers being able to adapt while being themselves to help students is great and I really enjoy whenever I have the chance to have a conversation with one. Most of the student body are kind people and are willing to help if one should ask. However, the cafeteria food is very subpar and the cleanliness of the restrooms are not good. Last year the bathroom stalls had no doors and the soap dispensers were always empty and broken. I don't blame this on the faculty because there are some students that think it is funny, and if they replace them every time there were broken it would cost the school potentially hundreds of dollars but, they never tried to replace the doors to make the restroom a private place.
5.0 Senior
10/12/2023
The teachers and faculty are involved in everything at the school and extracurricular activities. The students are very involved with supporting each other in sports and other activities. Overall I think it is a very good school
3.0 Junior
1/24/2021
Polson High School is a very average public school. It does have some benefits such as the sports program being one of our most invested and also having many activities such as clubs. There are some disadvantages with the school being sometimes reckless with money and spending it on luxuries instead of necessities.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 4 Reviews
5.0 other
12/12/2024
PHS is just like anywhere, it is what you make of it. There are not great kids and there are great kids in every school. Your perception is your reality.
1.0 parent
3/28/2024
If zero stars were an option that's what they'd get. My kid was threatened by another student 2 years older that they would bring a gun and pull it on her. This happe Ed on the bus ride home. The student remained in school the next day and even rode the bus home. She was in school the next day as we...
3.0 other
8/16/2020
The only place I felt comfortable being myself was the music wing. Every other place was prime bullying territory. Jocks rule this place and many teachers are complicit because they were jocks in high school too.
2.0 student
1/22/2019
all i can say is racism. honestly worst school i’ve EVER gon too.

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Polson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1712 2nd St W in Polson, in the Polson neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 511 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Polson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $534,109. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mission Valley Christian Academy, Affinity Foundation, Polson Middle School (7-8), and more. Learn more about what Polson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Polson High School.

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