Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, Culbertson Junior High School 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbertson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Culbertson Junior High School's student population of 58 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Culbertson Junior High School 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 Culbertson Junior High School is 0.45, which is more 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
#602 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
22%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
71%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culbertson Junior High School's ranking?
Culbertson Junior High School is ranked #602 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Culbertson Junior High School?
58 students attend Culbertson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Culbertson Junior High School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culbertson Junior High School?
Culbertson Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Culbertson Junior High School offer ?
Culbertson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Culbertson Junior High School part of?
Culbertson Junior High School is part of Culbertson Elementary School District.
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