Serving 8 students in grades 6-8, Whitewater 6-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitewater 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitewater 6-8's student population of 8 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Motto
Always be yourself, unless you can be a Penguin. Then be a Penguin!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whitewater 6-8 is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)25%
41.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Penguin
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Whitewater 6-8?
8 students attend Whitewater 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Whitewater 6-8 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitewater 6-8?
Whitewater 6-8 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitewater 6-8 offer ?
Whitewater 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitewater 6-8 part of?
Whitewater 6-8 is part of Whitewater K-12 Schools.
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