Serving 11 students in grades 7-8, Trout Creek 7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trout Creek 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Trout Creek 7-8's student population of 11 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek 7-8 is 0.60, 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
#180 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
7%
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 Trout Creek 7-8's ranking?
Trout Creek 7-8 is ranked #180 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Trout Creek 7-8?
11 students attend Trout Creek 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Trout Creek 7-8 students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trout Creek 7-8?
Trout Creek 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trout Creek 7-8 offer ?
Trout Creek 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Trout Creek 7-8 part of?
Trout Creek 7-8 is part of Trout Creek Elem School District.
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