Serving 57 students in grades 7-8, Cayuse Prairie 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 50-59% (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 14% 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: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cayuse Prairie 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kalispell, MT, covering an area of approximately 55.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cayuse Prairie 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cayuse Prairie 7-8's student population of 57 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cayuse Prairie 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 Cayuse Prairie 7-8 is 0.26, 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
#206 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)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cayuse Prairie 7-8's ranking?
Cayuse Prairie 7-8 is ranked #206 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Cayuse Prairie 7-8?
57 students attend Cayuse Prairie 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cayuse Prairie 7-8 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cayuse Prairie 7-8?
Cayuse Prairie 7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cayuse Prairie 7-8 offer ?
Cayuse Prairie 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cayuse Prairie 7-8 part of?
Cayuse Prairie 7-8 is part of Cayuse Prairie Elementary School District.
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