Serving 47 students in grades 7-8, Fairfield 7-8 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fairfield school district, covering approximately 141.8 square miles around the city of Fairfield, MT. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield 7-8's student population of 47 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A small community with a big heart!
School Rankings
Fairfield 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 Fairfield 7-8 is 0.04, 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
#324 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Fairfield 7-8's ranking?
Fairfield 7-8 is ranked #324 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fairfield 7-8?
47 students attend Fairfield 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fairfield 7-8 students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield 7-8?
Fairfield 7-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairfield 7-8 offer ?
Fairfield 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield 7-8 part of?
Fairfield 7-8 is part of Fairfield Elementary School District.
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