Serving 9 students in grades 7-8, Grass Range 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grass Range 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grass Range 7-8's student population of 9 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
Royal Blue, White, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grass Range 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 Grass Range 7-8 is 0.37, which is less 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
#344 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
10%
Asian
11%
1%
White
78%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grass Range 7-8's ranking?
Grass Range 7-8 is ranked #344 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Grass Range 7-8?
9 students attend Grass Range 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Grass Range 7-8 students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grass Range 7-8?
Grass Range 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grass Range 7-8 offer ?
Grass Range 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grass Range 7-8 part of?
Grass Range 7-8 is part of Grass Range Elementary School District.
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