Serving 639 students in grades 5-8, Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whitefish Middle 5-8's student population of 639 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitefish Middle 5-8 is 0.12, 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
#269 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
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
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitefish Middle 5-8's ranking?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 is ranked #269 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Whitefish Middle 5-8 often compared to?
Whitefish Middle 5-8is often viewed alongside schools like Kalispell Middle School, Columbia Falls Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Whitefish Middle 5-8?
639 students attend Whitefish Middle 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Whitefish Middle 5-8 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitefish Middle 5-8?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitefish Middle 5-8 offer ?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Whitefish Middle 5-8 part of?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 is part of Whitefish Elem School District.
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