Serving 152 students in grades 7-8, Bigfork 7-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bigfork 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bigfork 7-8's student population of 152 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bigfork 7-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigfork 7-8 is 0.24, which is less 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
#160 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigfork 7-8's ranking?
Bigfork 7-8 is ranked #160 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bigfork 7-8 often compared to?
Bigfork 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Falls Jr High School, Bissell 7-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Bigfork 7-8?
152 students attend Bigfork 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bigfork 7-8 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bigfork 7-8?
Bigfork 7-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bigfork 7-8 offer ?
Bigfork 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bigfork 7-8 part of?
Bigfork 7-8 is part of Bigfork Elem School District.
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