For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 31 students in Golden Valley County, MT.
Golden Valley County, MT public high schools have a diversity score of 0.33, which is less than the Montana public high school average of 0.39.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public High Schools in Golden Valley County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ryegate High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
207 2nd Avenue West
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2211
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2211
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lavina High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
214 1st St East
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Golden Valley County, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Golden Valley County, MT include Ryegate High School and Lavina High School.
How many public high schools are located in Golden Valley County?
2 public high schools are located in Golden Valley County.
What is the racial composition of students in Golden Valley County?
Golden Valley County public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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