Bozeman High School vs Capital High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Montana, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bozeman High School
Bozeman · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,279 students
Capital High School
Helena · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,293 students
| Measure | Bozeman High School Bozeman, Montana | Capital High School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #5 of 108 | #25 of 108 |
| National rank | #3046 of 16,910 | #6747 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,279 | 1,293 |
| Enrollment | 1,279 | 1,293 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.6% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 38% |
| city | Bozeman | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bozeman High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 56.2).
- •Bozeman High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 38%).
- •Bozeman High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 54%).
- •Bozeman High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.6% vs 27.7%).
- •Bozeman High School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.4).
- •Capital High School is the larger school with 1,293 students compared with 1,279.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bozeman High School better than Capital High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bozeman High School ranks higher (71.0 vs 56.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bozeman High School and Capital High School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Bozeman and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bozeman High School: 1,279. Capital High School: 1,293. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bozeman High School and Capital High School rank in Montana?
Bozeman High School is 5th of 108 and Capital High School is 25th of 108 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).