Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Chief Joseph Middle School 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 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Joseph Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chief Joseph Middle School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chief Joseph Middle School 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 Chief Joseph Middle School is 0.26, 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
#151 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Joseph Middle School's ranking?
Chief Joseph Middle School is ranked #151 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Chief Joseph Middle School often compared to?
Chief Joseph Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sacajawea Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Chief Joseph Middle School?
749 students attend Chief Joseph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Chief Joseph Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Joseph Middle School?
Chief Joseph Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chief Joseph Middle School offer ?
Chief Joseph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chief Joseph Middle School part of?
Chief Joseph Middle School is part of Bozeman Elem School District.
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