Serving 13 students in grades 7-8, Ashland 7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashland 7-8 serves the northern part of its school district in Ashland, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 445.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ashland 7-8's student population of 13 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Ashland 7-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland 7-8 is 0.00, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
22%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland 7-8's ranking?
Ashland 7-8 is ranked #159 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ashland 7-8?
13 students attend Ashland 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ashland 7-8 students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland 7-8?
Ashland 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashland 7-8 offer ?
Ashland 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashland 7-8 part of?
Ashland 7-8 is part of Ashland Elementary School District.
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