Serving 20 students in grades 6-8, Lavina Middle School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than 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 10% 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: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lavina 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lavina school district, covering approximately 537.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 17 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 33.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lavina Middle School's student population of 20 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Lavina Middle School 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 Lavina Middle School is 0.19, 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
#371 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
White
90%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavina Middle School's ranking?
Lavina Middle School is ranked #371 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lavina Middle School?
20 students attend Lavina Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lavina Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavina Middle School?
Lavina Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lavina Middle School offer ?
Lavina Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lavina Middle School part of?
Lavina Middle School is part of Lavina K-12 Schools.
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