Serving 19 students in grades 7-8, Lambert 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lambert 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Lambert, MT, encompassing approximately 573.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 17.5 miles to the zone's edge and up to 34 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lambert 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lambert 7-8's student population of 19 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lambert 7-8 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 Lambert 7-8 is 0.10, 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
#244 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lambert 7-8's ranking?
Lambert 7-8 is ranked #244 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Lambert 7-8?
19 students attend Lambert 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lambert 7-8 students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lambert 7-8?
Lambert 7-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lambert 7-8 offer ?
Lambert 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lambert 7-8 part of?
Lambert 7-8 is part of Lambert Elementary School District.
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