Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Medicine Crow Middle School 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 20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medicine Crow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Medicine Crow Middle School's student population of 521 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medicine Crow Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medicine Crow Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#571 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
68%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicine Crow Middle School's ranking?
Medicine Crow Middle School is ranked #571 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Medicine Crow Middle School often compared to?
Medicine Crow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Rock Middle School, Lewis & Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Medicine Crow Middle School?
521 students attend Medicine Crow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Medicine Crow Middle School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medicine Crow Middle School?
Medicine Crow Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Medicine Crow Middle School offer ?
Medicine Crow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Medicine Crow Middle School part of?
Medicine Crow Middle School is part of Billings Elem School District.
In what neighborhood is Medicine Crow Middle School located?
Medicine Crow Middle School is located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 8 other public schools located in Heights.
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