For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,400 students in Helena, MT.
The top-ranked public high schools in Helena, MT are Capital High School and Helena High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helena, MT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Helena have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public high schools.
Helena, MT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Capital High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public High Schools in Helena, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Valley Drive
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2500
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Helena High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Billings Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2200
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 979 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Pine Hills Youth Corr Facil High School
Alternative School
4 N Haynes Ave
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 232-1377
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 232-1377
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Helena, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Helena, MT include Capital High School and Helena High School.
How many public high schools are located in Helena?
5 public high schools are located in Helena.
What is the racial composition of students in Helena?
Helena public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Which public high schools in Helena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Helena include: Capital High School vs. Helena High School, Helena High School vs. Capital High School
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