Cut Bank High School vs Powell County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Montana, United States, 250 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cut Bank High School
Cut Bank · Public high · Grades 9–12
183 students
Powell County High School
Deer Lodge · Public high · Grades 9–12
181 students
| Measure | Cut Bank High School Cut Bank, Montana | Powell County High School Deer Lodge, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #82 of 108 | #56 of 108 |
| National rank | #13816 of 16,910 | #10184 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 183 | 181 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 49.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 34.5% |
| city | Cut Bank | Deer Lodge |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powell County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.1 vs 27.7).
- •Powell County High School does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 15%).
- •Powell County High School does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Powell County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.2% vs 54.1%).
- •Powell County High School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 12.2).
- •Cut Bank High School is the larger school with 183 students compared with 181.
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 Cut Bank High School better than Powell County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Powell County High School ranks higher (43.1 vs 27.7 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 Cut Bank High School and Powell County High School?
About 250 km in a straight line, between Cut Bank and Deer Lodge in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cut Bank High School: 183. Powell County High School: 181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cut Bank High School and Powell County High School rank in Montana?
Cut Bank High School is 82nd of 108 and Powell County High School is 56th of 108 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).