Hysham is a town in and the county seat of Treasure County, Montana, United States. The population was 276 at the 2020 census.
Serving 11 students in grades 7-8, Hysham 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Attendance Zone: Hysham 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Hysham, MT, covering approximately 984.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20 to 30 minutes and the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 19.7 miles. The furthest edge of the zone is located 32.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hysham 7-8's student population of 11 students has grown by 57% 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Hysham Public Schools believe that learning needs to be student-centered and highly challenging.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hysham 7-8 is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hysham 7-8 often compared to?
Hysham 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Hysham High School, Hysham School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Hysham 7-8?
11 students attend Hysham 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hysham 7-8 students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hysham 7-8?
Hysham 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hysham 7-8 offer ?
Hysham 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hysham 7-8 part of?
Hysham 7-8 is part of Hysham K-12 Schools.
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