Serving 74 students in grades 6-8, Cascade 6-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cascade 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Cascade, MT, covering an area of approximately 874.3 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 17.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cascade 6-8's student population of 74 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Cascade 6-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade 6-8 is 0.06, 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
#29 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
97%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade 6-8's ranking?
Cascade 6-8 is ranked #29 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Cascade 6-8?
74 students attend Cascade 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cascade 6-8 students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade 6-8?
Cascade 6-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cascade 6-8 offer ?
Cascade 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cascade 6-8 part of?
Cascade 6-8 is part of Cascade Elementary School District.
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