POWELL COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Powell County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Powell County H S school district, located in Deer Lodge, MT with about 193 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 15 teachers, Powell County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Powell County High School, located in the historic town of Deer Lodge, Montana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding community. As a public high school, it functions as a central hub for student development, offering a traditional academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary education or the workforce. The school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment, leveraging its small-town setting to foster strong connections between students, faculty, and the broader Deer Lodge population.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Powell County High School is deeply integrated into the local culture through its extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and community-focused initiatives. The school strives to maintain a balance between rigorous educational standards and the extracurricular experiences that are essential for student growth. By utilizing its official digital platform, the school keeps families and community members informed about ongoing events, administrative updates, and the various achievements of its student body, ensuring it remains an active and transparent cornerstone of the Deer Lodge educational landscape.

For more information, contact Powell County High School at (406) 846-2757 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.