Dawson High School vs Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Montana, United States, 574 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dawson High School
Glendive · Public high · Grades 9–12
318 students
Jefferson High School
Boulder · Public high · Grades 9–12
306 students
| Measure | Dawson High School Glendive, Montana | Jefferson High School Boulder, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 108 | #67 of 108 |
| National rank | #8690 of 16,910 | #11322 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 318 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.8% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Glendive | Boulder |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dawson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 38.5).
- •Dawson High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 35.8%).
- •Dawson High School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.1).
- •Dawson High School is the larger school with 318 students compared with 306.
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 Dawson High School better than Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dawson High School ranks higher (48.8 vs 38.5 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 Dawson High School and Jefferson High School?
About 574 km in a straight line, between Glendive and Boulder in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dawson High School: 318. Jefferson High School: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dawson High School and Jefferson High School rank in Montana?
Dawson High School is 40th of 108 and Jefferson High School is 67th of 108 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).