Serving 259 students in grades 6-8, Dillon Middle School 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 27% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dillon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Dillon school district, encompassing approximately 1,263.8 square miles around Dillon, MT. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 37.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dillon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dillon Middle School's student population of 259 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dillon Middle School 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 Dillon Middle School is 0.17, 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
#297 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Be kind, Be positive, Be the change
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillon Middle School's ranking?
Dillon Middle School is ranked #297 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Dillon Middle School?
259 students attend Dillon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dillon Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillon Middle School?
Dillon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dillon Middle School offer ?
Dillon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillon Middle School part of?
Dillon Middle School is part of Dillon Elementary School District.
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