Serving 17 students in grades 5-8, Arrowhead Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Arrowhead 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pray, MT, encompassing approximately 596.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arrowhead Middle School's student population of 17 students has grown by 325% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arrowhead Middle School is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzlies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
How many students attend Arrowhead Middle School?
17 students attend Arrowhead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Arrowhead Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrowhead Middle School?
Arrowhead Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arrowhead Middle School offer ?
Arrowhead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arrowhead Middle School part of?
Arrowhead Middle School is part of Arrowhead Elementary School District.
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