Serving 50 students in grades 7-8, Anderson 7-8 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anderson 7-8's student population of 50 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson 7-8 ranks within the top 1% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson 7-8 is 0.29, 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
#1 out of 696 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson 7-8's ranking?
Anderson 7-8 is ranked #1 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Anderson 7-8 often compared to?
Anderson 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan 6-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Anderson 7-8?
50 students attend Anderson 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anderson 7-8 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson 7-8?
Anderson 7-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anderson 7-8 offer ?
Anderson 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson 7-8 part of?
Anderson 7-8 is part of Anderson Elementary School District.
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