Serving 17 students in grades 7-8, Barbara Gilligan 7-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara Gilligan 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brockton, MT school district, covering approximately 86.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbara Gilligan 7-8's student population of 17 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 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 Barbara Gilligan 7-8 is 0.21, 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
#647 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
88%
10%
Asian
12%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Gilligan 7-8's ranking?
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 is ranked #647 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Barbara Gilligan 7-8?
17 students attend Barbara Gilligan 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Barbara Gilligan 7-8 students are American Indian, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Gilligan 7-8?
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barbara Gilligan 7-8 offer ?
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbara Gilligan 7-8 part of?
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 is part of Brockton Elementary School District.
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