Serving 24 students in grades 7-8, Broadus 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 20-29% (which is lower than 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 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Broadus 7-8 serves the entire district of Broadus, MT, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 2,358.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 52 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadus 7-8's student population of 24 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Broadus 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 Broadus 7-8 is 0.36, 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
#447 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadus 7-8's ranking?
Broadus 7-8 is ranked #447 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?
20-29% 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 Broadus 7-8?
24 students attend Broadus 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Broadus 7-8 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadus 7-8?
Broadus 7-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broadus 7-8 offer ?
Broadus 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broadus 7-8 part of?
Broadus 7-8 is part of Broadus Elementary School District.
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