Serving 20 students in grades 7-8, Valier 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valier 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Valier 7-8's student population of 20 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valier 7-8 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 Valier 7-8 is 0.46, 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
#523 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
35%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Valier 7-8's ranking?
Valier 7-8 is ranked #523 out of 707 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Valier 7-8?
20 students attend Valier 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Valier 7-8 students are White, and 35% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valier 7-8?
Valier 7-8 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valier 7-8 offer ?
Valier 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Valier 7-8 part of?
Valier 7-8 is part of Valier Elem School District.
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