HAYS-LODGE POLE HIGH SCHOOL

Hays-Lodge Pole High Sch is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls school district, located in Hays, MT with about 78 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 9 teachers, Hays-Lodge Pole High Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Hays-Lodge Pole High School is a public secondary school located in the rural community of Hays, Montana, situated within the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation. Serving a predominantly Native American student population, the school plays a central role in the local community, emphasizing both academic development and the preservation of Aaniiih (Gros Ventre) and Nakoda (Assiniboine) cultural heritage. As a small, remote educational institution, it functions as a vital hub for students in the region, focusing on providing essential learning opportunities while navigating the unique challenges of rural, reservation-based education.

The school is part of the Hays-Lodge Pole School District, which works to integrate community values into its curriculum to ensure students remain connected to their tribal roots while preparing for post-secondary education or the workforce. Beyond its core academic mission, the high school is often a focal point for community engagement, including regional sports, cultural events, and initiatives aimed at fostering student leadership. By balancing state-mandated educational standards with the specific needs of its local constituency, Hays-Lodge Pole High School serves as a foundational pillar for the youth of the Fort Belknap area.

For more information, contact Hays-Lodge Pole High Sch at (406) 673-3120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.