Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Fairview 6-8 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 20-29% (which is lower 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Fairview, MT, covering approximately 408.2 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 31.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview 6-8's student population of 59 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 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 Rankings
Fairview 6-8 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 Fairview 6-8 is 0.35, 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
#582 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
21-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
White
80%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Fairview 6-8's ranking?
Fairview 6-8 is ranked #582 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Fairview 6-8 often compared to?
Fairview 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview School by visitors of our site.
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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fairview 6-8?
59 students attend Fairview 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fairview 6-8 students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview 6-8?
Fairview 6-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairview 6-8 offer ?
Fairview 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview 6-8 part of?
Fairview 6-8 is part of Fairview Elementary School District.
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