Fergus High School

Fergus H S
1001 Casino Creek Drive
Lewistown, MT 59457
356 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Fergus High School, located in Lewistown, Montana, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Fergus County area. As a centerpiece of the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its strong sense of community spirit, often acting as a focal point for town events and athletic gatherings that bring together residents from across the region.

The facility at 1001 Casino Creek Drive is integrated into a rural-central Montana setting, reflecting the school’s dedication to providing a supportive, small-town learning environment. Fergus High School emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, blending traditional classroom instruction with opportunities in athletics, arts, and vocational training. By focusing on both academic excellence and personal development, the school strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape while maintaining the values and traditions of the Lewistown community.
356
Total Students
25.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    321 (90.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    16 (4.5 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (2.8 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Fergus H S
Phone: (406)535-2321
Website: http://www.lewistown.k12.mt.us/5/home
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 356
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 119
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24

* 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 98
Grade 10 82
Grade 11 100
Grade 12 76
Gender Ratio