Greenfield 7-8

590 Hwy 431
Fairfield, MT 59436
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 22 students in grades 7-8, Greenfield 7-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than 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 22:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 5% in MT
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greenfield 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

School Overview

Greenfield 7-8's student population of 22 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1937
School Mascot
Bear Cub

School Rankings

Greenfield 7-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenfield 7-8 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#8 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
60-79%
37%
60-79%
46%
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bear Cub
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greenfield 7-8's ranking?
Greenfield 7-8 is ranked #8 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% 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 Greenfield 7-8?
22 students attend Greenfield 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Greenfield 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenfield 7-8?
Greenfield 7-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Greenfield 7-8 offer ?
Greenfield 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenfield 7-8 part of?
Greenfield 7-8 is part of Greenfield Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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