Serving 69 students in grades 7-8, Big Timber 7-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Timber 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Big Timber school district, covering approximately 379.2 square miles. The area generally allows for a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 19.7 miles from the school to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Timber 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Timber 7-8's student population of 69 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Timber 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 Big Timber 7-8 is 0.20, 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
#154 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Big Timber 7-8's ranking?
Big Timber 7-8 is ranked #154 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Big Timber 7-8 often compared to?
Big Timber 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Big Timber School, Sweet Grass Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Big Timber 7-8?
69 students attend Big Timber 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Big Timber 7-8 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Timber 7-8?
Big Timber 7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Timber 7-8 offer ?
Big Timber 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Timber 7-8 part of?
Big Timber 7-8 is part of Big Timber Elementary School District.
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