Serving 16 students in grades 6-8, Highwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Highwood Middle School's student population of 16 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Highwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highwood Middle School is 0.34, 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
#77 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
6%
1%
White
81%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highwood Middle School's ranking?
Highwood Middle School is ranked #77 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Highwood Middle School?
16 students attend Highwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Highwood Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highwood Middle School?
Highwood Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highwood Middle School offer ?
Highwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highwood Middle School part of?
Highwood Middle School is part of Highwood K-12 School District.
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