Serving 7 students in grades 7-8, Arrowhead 7-8 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 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrowhead 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arrowhead 7-8's student population of 7 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Mascot
Grizzlies
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arrowhead 7-8 is 0.42, which is more 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
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
71%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 7-8?
7 students attend Arrowhead 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Arrowhead 7-8 students are White, and 29% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrowhead 7-8?
Arrowhead 7-8 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arrowhead 7-8 offer ?
Arrowhead 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arrowhead 7-8 part of?
Arrowhead 7-8 is part of Arrowhead Elementary School District.
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