Serving 21 students in grades 7-8, Frontier 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Frontier 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Wolf Point, MT school district, encompassing approximately 264.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 33.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier 7-8's student population of 21 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Frontier 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 Frontier 7-8 is 0.47, which is more 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
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
71%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
10%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier 7-8's ranking?
Frontier 7-8 is ranked #261 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Frontier 7-8?
21 students attend Frontier 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Frontier 7-8 students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier 7-8?
Frontier 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frontier 7-8 offer ?
Frontier 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier 7-8 part of?
Frontier 7-8 is part of Frontier Elementary School District.
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