Serving 26 students in grades 7-8, Hot Springs 7-8 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 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hot Springs 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Hot Springs school district, encompassing approximately 514.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take between 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hot Springs 7-8's student population of 26 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Hot Springs 7-8 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 Hot Springs 7-8 is 0.52, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
American Indian
8%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
7%
White
65%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs 7-8's ranking?
Hot Springs 7-8 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 Hot Springs 7-8?
26 students attend Hot Springs 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hot Springs 7-8 students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Springs 7-8?
Hot Springs 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hot Springs 7-8 offer ?
Hot Springs 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hot Springs 7-8 part of?
Hot Springs 7-8 is part of Hot Springs K-12 School District.
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