Serving 978 students in grades 5-8, Belgrade Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belgrade Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belgrade school district, covering approximately 168 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belgrade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belgrade Middle School's student population of 978 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Belgrade Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belgrade Middle School is 0.30, 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
#291 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belgrade Middle School's ranking?
Belgrade Middle School is ranked #291 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Belgrade Middle School often compared to?
Belgrade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Belgrade Middle School?
978 students attend Belgrade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Belgrade Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belgrade Middle School?
Belgrade Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belgrade Middle School offer ?
Belgrade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belgrade Middle School part of?
Belgrade Middle School is part of Belgrade Elementary School District.
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