Serving 32 students in grades 6-8, Hobson 6-8 ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hobson 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hobson school district, covering approximately 593.9 square miles in and around Hobson, MT. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 32.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobson 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hobson 6-8's student population of 32 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hobson 6-8 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 Hobson 6-8 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
White
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Hobson, Pride of the Judith River
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobson 6-8's ranking?
Hobson 6-8 is ranked #374 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hobson 6-8?
32 students attend Hobson 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hobson 6-8 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hobson 6-8?
Hobson 6-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hobson 6-8 offer ?
Hobson 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hobson 6-8 part of?
Hobson 6-8 is part of Hobson K-12 Schools.
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