Serving 57 students in grades 7-8, Arlee 7-8 ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlee 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arlee 7-8's student population of 57 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlee 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlee 7-8 is 0.53, 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
#662 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
65%
10%
Hispanic
5%
7%
White
21%
76%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlee 7-8's ranking?
Arlee 7-8 is ranked #662 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Arlee 7-8?
57 students attend Arlee 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Arlee 7-8 students are American Indian, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlee 7-8?
Arlee 7-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlee 7-8 offer ?
Arlee 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlee 7-8 part of?
Arlee 7-8 is part of Arlee Elementary School District.
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