Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Ben Steele Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Steele Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ben Steele Middle School's student population of 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ben Steele Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Steele Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Steele Middle School's ranking?
Ben Steele Middle School is ranked #248 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Ben Steele Middle School often compared to?
Ben Steele Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will James Middle School, Lewis & Clark Middle School, Riverside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Ben Steele Middle School?
795 students attend Ben Steele Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ben Steele Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Steele Middle School?
Ben Steele Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ben Steele Middle School offer ?
Ben Steele Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ben Steele Middle School part of?
Ben Steele Middle School is part of Billings Elem School District.
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