Denton High School

Denton H S
1200 Lehman
Denton, MT 59430
10 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Denton High School, located at 1200 Lehman in Denton, Montana, serves as a vital educational anchor for the small, rural community of Fergus County. As part of the Denton Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to providing a personalized learning environment where students benefit from small class sizes and a close-knit school culture. The school focuses on preparing students for future success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or seek vocational training, while maintaining a strong connection to the values and traditions of the surrounding agricultural region.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Denton High School emphasizes student involvement through various extracurricular activities and community engagement opportunities. Because of its rural setting, the school plays a central role in town life, often serving as a hub for local events and athletic competitions. By fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, the school aims to empower its students to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners who are well-equipped to navigate both their local community and the wider world.
10
Total Students
3.1
Full-Time Teachers
3.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    7 (70.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (20.0 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (10.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Denton H S
Phone: (406)567-2270
Website: http://www.denton.k12.mt.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 10
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 3.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 3.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 6
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 3
Grade 11 1
Grade 12 3
Gender Ratio