Serving 285 students in grades 5-8, Evergreen Junior High School 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 31% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evergreen 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire district in Kalispell, MT, encompassing approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evergreen Junior High School's student population of 285 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ever Giving; Ever Growing; Evergreen
School Rankings
Evergreen Junior High School 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 Evergreen Junior High School is 0.29, 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
#482 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Junior High School's ranking?
Evergreen Junior High School is ranked #482 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Junior High School?
285 students attend Evergreen Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Evergreen Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evergreen Junior High School?
Evergreen Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Evergreen Junior High School offer ?
Evergreen Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evergreen Junior High School part of?
Evergreen Junior High School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
No child left behind is BS at this school. Just cause my daughter has a disease and misses school they would not accept her in this school. Now how sad is that. She misses school cause of a disease and they shun her I will make sure to tell everyone how disrespectful and discriminating this school is
5 10/10/2025
It was a good experience and i enjoyed everything while I was there.
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