PLENTY COUPS HIGH SCHOOL

Plenty Coups High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Plenty Coups H S school district, located in Pryor, MT with about 61 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, Plenty Coups High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Plenty Coups High School, located in Pryor, Montana, serves as a vital educational hub within the Crow Indian Reservation. The school is deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Crow (Apsáalooke) people, often integrating local heritage and tribal traditions into its academic environment. As a small, rural institution, it plays a central role in the community, striving to provide a supportive learning atmosphere that prepares students for both higher education and professional life while honoring their unique indigenous identity.

Academically, the school offers a standard curriculum while emphasizing the importance of community connection and student engagement. Because of its location in a remote area of Montana, Plenty Coups High School focuses on fostering resilience and leadership among its student body. By bridging contemporary educational standards with the values of the Crow Nation, the school seeks to empower its graduates to succeed in the modern world while maintaining a strong sense of pride in their cultural roots.

For more information, contact Plenty Coups High School at (406) 259-7329 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.