Serving 55 students in grades 7-8, Belt 7-8 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belt 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Belt, MT, covering approximately 723.8 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 21 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, extending up to 41.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belt 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belt 7-8's student population of 55 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belt 7-8 ranks within the top 1% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belt 7-8 is 0.17, 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
#4 out of 696 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belt 7-8's ranking?
Belt 7-8 is ranked #4 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Belt 7-8?
55 students attend Belt 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Belt 7-8 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belt 7-8?
Belt 7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belt 7-8 offer ?
Belt 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belt 7-8 part of?
Belt 7-8 is part of Belt Elementary School District.
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