Serving 27 students in grades 7-8, Hays-lodge Pole 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8's student population of 27 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hays-lodge Pole 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 Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
10%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
33%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hays-lodge Pole 7-8's ranking?
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 is ranked #653 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hays-lodge Pole 7-8?
27 students attend Hays-lodge Pole 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hays-lodge Pole 7-8?
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 offer ?
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 part of?
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 is part of Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls School District.
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