Serving 180 students in grades 6-8, Florence-carlton 6-8 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Florence-Carlton 7-8 encompasses the entire school district in Florence, MT, covering approximately 156.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.1 miles and the furthest edge located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence-carlton 6-8's student population of 180 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Safe, Be Responsible and Be Respectful
School Rankings
Florence-carlton 6-8 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 Florence-carlton 6-8 is 0.17, 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
#291 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Florence-carlton 6-8's ranking?
Florence-carlton 6-8 is ranked #291 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Florence-carlton 6-8?
180 students attend Florence-carlton 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Florence-carlton 6-8 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence-carlton 6-8?
Florence-carlton 6-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence-carlton 6-8 offer ?
Florence-carlton 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence-carlton 6-8 part of?
Florence-carlton 6-8 is part of Florence-Carlton K-12 Schls School District.
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