Dixon 7-8

411 B Street
Dixon, MT 59831
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 9 students in grades 7-8, Dixon 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 20% in MT
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Dixon 7-8's student population of 9 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1919
School Motto
Be READY, Be RESPONSIBLE, Be RESPECTFUL and Be SAFE
School Mascot
Bison

School Rankings

Dixon 7-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon 7-8 is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#107 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
<50%
37%
≥50%
46%
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
67%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
33%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dixon 7-8's ranking?
Dixon 7-8 is ranked #107 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Dixon 7-8?
9 students attend Dixon 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dixon 7-8 students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon 7-8?
Dixon 7-8 has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dixon 7-8 offer ?
Dixon 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dixon 7-8 part of?
Dixon 7-8 is part of Dixon Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 20%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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