Serving 9 students in grades 7-8, Hinsdale 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinsdale 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hinsdale school district, covering approximately 1501.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 23.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 46.1 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hinsdale 7-8's student population of 9 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hinsdale 7-8 is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
22%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
78%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)11.1%
41.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hinsdale 7-8?
9 students attend Hinsdale 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hinsdale 7-8 students are White, and 22% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale 7-8?
Hinsdale 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hinsdale 7-8 offer ?
Hinsdale 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hinsdale 7-8 part of?
Hinsdale 7-8 is part of Hinsdale Elementary School District.
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