Serving 1,049 students in grades 6-8, Kalispell Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 1,049 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kalispell Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 63.2 square miles in Kalispell, MT. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalispell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kalispell Middle School's student population of 1,049 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,049 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Kids. Our Future.
School Rankings
Kalispell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalispell Middle School is 0.24, 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
#216 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalispell Middle School's ranking?
Kalispell Middle School is ranked #216 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Kalispell Middle School often compared to?
Kalispell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitefish Middle 5-8, Somers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Kalispell Middle School?
1,049 students attend Kalispell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kalispell Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalispell Middle School?
Kalispell Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kalispell Middle School offer ?
Kalispell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalispell Middle School part of?
Kalispell Middle School is part of Kalispell Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love kms!!!!!! it has so many fun things to do i hope that one day my kids can come to kms!!!!!! LOVE KMS!!!!
you have alot help here at kms!!! They dont jsut give you your homework and say doo it they help you through it!!! Thanks kms!!!!
1 10/10/2025
My child went there for 3 years grade 6-8. My child went to high school clueless because they don't teach any history but MT history. They dont do fluency or reading, spelling, or anything. Many kids leave that school clueless
4 10/10/2025
Very good teachers and support. Uneducated adminastrator.
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