Whitefish High School

Whitefish H S
1143 East 4th St.
Whitefish, MT 59937
581 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Whitefish High School, located at 1143 East 4th St. in Whitefish, Montana, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Whitefish School District. Situated in the heart of the Flathead Valley, the school is deeply integrated into a community known for its proximity to Glacier National Park and its vibrant outdoor culture. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

In addition to its academic offerings, Whitefish High School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular programs, which include a wide array of athletic teams, fine arts opportunities, and student-led clubs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student engagement, leadership, and personal growth. By balancing rigorous educational standards with community-focused values, Whitefish High strives to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
581
Total Students
42.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    549 (94.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    15 (2.6 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Whitefish H S
Phone: (406)862-8600
Website: http://whs.wsd44.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 581
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 121
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34

* 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 9 165
Grade 10 140
Grade 11 151
Grade 12 125
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Columbia Falls High Schl
Columbia Falls H S
Charter School 687 Students
610 13th Street West
Columbia Falls, MT 59912 (6.8 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th