Serving 5 students in grades 7-8, Lima 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 35%). 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 3:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lima 7-8's student population of 5 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Lima 7-8 is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lima 7-8?
5 students attend Lima 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lima 7-8 students are White, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lima 7-8?
Lima 7-8 has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lima 7-8 offer ?
Lima 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lima 7-8 part of?
Lima 7-8 is part of Lima K-12 Schools.
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