Serving 22 students in grades 6-8, Lamotte 6-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: LaMotte 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Bozeman, MT school district, encompassing approximately 69.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamotte 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lamotte 6-8's student population of 22 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Motto
Where Education and the Environment Meet
School Rankings
Lamotte 6-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamotte 6-8 is 0.00, 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
#8 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamotte 6-8's ranking?
Lamotte 6-8 is ranked #8 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lamotte 6-8 often compared to?
Lamotte 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Anderson 7-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lamotte 6-8?
22 students attend Lamotte 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lamotte 6-8 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamotte 6-8?
Lamotte 6-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lamotte 6-8 offer ?
Lamotte 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamotte 6-8 part of?
Lamotte 6-8 is part of Lamotte Elementary School District.
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