Ekalaka is a town in and the county seat of Carter County, Montana, United States. The population was 399 at the 2020 census.
Serving 25 students in grades 7-8, Ekalaka 7-8 ranks in the top 50% 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ekalaka 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ekalaka, MT, covering approximately 1,740 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 25.8 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 38 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ekalaka 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ekalaka 7-8's student population of 25 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ekalaka 7-8 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 Ekalaka 7-8 is 0.15, 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
#344 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
White
92%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Ekalaka 7-8's ranking?
Ekalaka 7-8 is ranked #344 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ekalaka 7-8?
25 students attend Ekalaka 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ekalaka 7-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ekalaka 7-8?
Ekalaka 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ekalaka 7-8 offer ?
Ekalaka 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ekalaka 7-8 part of?
Ekalaka 7-8 is part of Ekalaka Elementary School District.
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