SWEET GRASS CO HIGH SCHL

Sweet Grass Co High Schl is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sweet Grass County H S school district, located in Big Timber, MT with about 163 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 14 teachers, Sweet Grass Co High Schl has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Sweet Grass County High School, located in Big Timber, Montana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding rural community. Situated in the foothills of the Crazy Mountains, the school reflects a small-town atmosphere that emphasizes close-knit student-teacher relationships and a strong sense of community pride. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the regional workforce, maintaining the traditional values often found in Montana’s rural school districts.

Beyond its core academic programs, the school is central to the social and extracurricular life of Big Timber. As the home of the "Herders," the institution hosts various athletic programs, clubs, and vocational training opportunities that encourage student involvement and leadership. By balancing essential academic standards with local extracurricular engagement, Sweet Grass County High School plays a pivotal role in the development of the youth in the Big Timber area, acting as both an educational hub and a community landmark.

For more information, contact Sweet Grass Co High Schl at (406) 932-5993 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.