Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, Desmet 6-8 ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DeSmet 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Missoula, MT, covering approximately 26.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desmet 6-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
37 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Desmet 6-8 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 Desmet 6-8 is 0.34, 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
#435 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desmet 6-8's ranking?
Desmet 6-8 is ranked #435 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Desmet 6-8?
37 students attend Desmet 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Desmet 6-8 students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desmet 6-8?
Desmet 6-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Desmet 6-8 offer ?
Desmet 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Desmet 6-8 part of?
Desmet 6-8 is part of Desmet Elementary School District.
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