Serving 31 students in grades 7-8, Bridger 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridger 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bridger, MT, encompassing approximately 673.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes between 20 and 30 minutes, with an average distance of 24.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending as far as 40.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridger 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridger 7-8's student population of 31 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bridger 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridger 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
White
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-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 Bridger 7-8's ranking?
Bridger 7-8 is ranked #374 out of 696 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bridger 7-8?
31 students attend Bridger 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bridger 7-8 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridger 7-8?
Bridger 7-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bridger 7-8 offer ?
Bridger 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridger 7-8 part of?
Bridger 7-8 is part of Bridger K-12 Schools.
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