Serving 21 students in grades 7-8, Frontier 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frontier 7-8's student population of 21 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Frontier 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier 7-8 is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
71%
10%
Hispanic
5%
7%
White
10%
76%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier 7-8's ranking?
Frontier 7-8 is ranked #261 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Frontier 7-8?
21 students attend Frontier 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Frontier 7-8 students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier 7-8?
Frontier 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frontier 7-8 offer ?
Frontier 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier 7-8 part of?
Frontier 7-8 is part of Frontier Elementary School District.
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