Serving 254 students in grades 5-8, Eureka Middle School 5-8 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 32% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eureka Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Eureka, MT, encompassing approximately 872.3 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 46.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eureka Middle School 5-8's student population of 254 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eureka Middle School 5-8 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 Eureka Middle School 5-8 is 0.26, 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
#432 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)46.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Eureka Middle School 5-8's ranking?
Eureka Middle School 5-8 is ranked #432 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Eureka Middle School 5-8?
254 students attend Eureka Middle School 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Eureka Middle School 5-8 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka Middle School 5-8?
Eureka Middle School 5-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eureka Middle School 5-8 offer ?
Eureka Middle School 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eureka Middle School 5-8 part of?
Eureka Middle School 5-8 is part of Eureka Elementary School District.
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