Serving 72 students in grades 7-8, Box Elder 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Box Elder 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Box Elder 7-8's student population of 72 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Box Elder 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Box Elder 7-8 is 0.00, 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
#675 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Box Elder 7-8's ranking?
Box Elder 7-8 is ranked #675 out of 707 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Box Elder 7-8?
72 students attend Box Elder 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Box Elder 7-8 students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Box Elder 7-8?
Box Elder 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Box Elder 7-8 offer ?
Box Elder 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Box Elder 7-8 part of?
Box Elder 7-8 is part of Box Elder Elem School District.
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