Serving 65 students in grades 6-8, Centerville 6-8 ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sand Coulee, MT school district, covering approximately 364.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 27.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centerville 6-8's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Centerville 6-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville 6-8 is 0.31, 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
#275 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville 6-8's ranking?
Centerville 6-8 is ranked #275 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Centerville 6-8?
65 students attend Centerville 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Centerville 6-8 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville 6-8?
Centerville 6-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centerville 6-8 offer ?
Centerville 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centerville 6-8 part of?
Centerville 6-8 is part of Centerville Elementary School District.
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