Serving 41 students in grades 6-8, Absarokee 6-8 ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Absarokee 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Absarokee school district, covering approximately 281.6 square miles in Absarokee, MT, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 26.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Absarokee 6-8's student population of 41 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Absarokee 6-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Absarokee 6-8 is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Hispanic
3%
7%
White
90%
76%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absarokee 6-8's ranking?
Absarokee 6-8 is ranked #435 out of 696 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Absarokee 6-8?
41 students attend Absarokee 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Absarokee 6-8 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Absarokee 6-8?
Absarokee 6-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Absarokee 6-8 offer ?
Absarokee 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Absarokee 6-8 part of?
Absarokee 6-8 is part of Absarokee Elementary School District.
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