Serving 17 students in grades 7-8, Bissell 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bissell 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bissell 7-8's student population of 17 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Bissell 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 Bissell 7-8 is 0.11, 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
#252 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
White
94%
76%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bissell 7-8's ranking?
Bissell 7-8 is ranked #252 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bissell 7-8?
17 students attend Bissell 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bissell 7-8 students are White, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bissell 7-8?
Bissell 7-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bissell 7-8 offer ?
Bissell 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bissell 7-8 part of?
Bissell 7-8 is part of Olney-Bissell Elementary School District.
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