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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desmet 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Desmet 6-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 54% 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
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Desmet 6-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desmet 6-8 is 0.47, 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
#626 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
70%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 Desmet 6-8's ranking?
Desmet 6-8 is ranked #626 out of 722 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
70% of Desmet 6-8 students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desmet 6-8?
Desmet 6-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than 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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