Forsyth is a city in and the county seat of Rosebud County, Montana, United States. The population was 1,647 at the 2020 census.
Serving 33 students in grades 7-8, Forsyth 7-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forsyth 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 1,060.6 square miles in Forsyth, MT. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 22.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 44.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forsyth 7-8's student population of 33 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide • Prepare • Produce
School Rankings
Forsyth 7-8 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 Forsyth 7-8 is 0.31, 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
#354 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
76%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forsyth 7-8's ranking?
Forsyth 7-8 is ranked #354 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Forsyth 7-8?
33 students attend Forsyth 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Forsyth 7-8 students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsyth 7-8?
Forsyth 7-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Forsyth 7-8 offer ?
Forsyth 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forsyth 7-8 part of?
Forsyth 7-8 is part of Forsyth Elementary School District.
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