Serving 55 students in grades 7-8, Lodge Grass 7-8 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lodge Grass 7-8 serves the west part of Lodge Grass, MT, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 775.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 16.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 31.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lodge Grass 7-8's student population of 55 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Lodge Grass 7-8 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 Lodge Grass 7-8 is 0.04, 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
#683 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
American Indian
98%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
6%
10%
Showing 2000–2009. View full 11-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 Lodge Grass 7-8's ranking?
Lodge Grass 7-8 is ranked #683 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lodge Grass 7-8?
55 students attend Lodge Grass 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lodge Grass 7-8 students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lodge Grass 7-8?
Lodge Grass 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lodge Grass 7-8 offer ?
Lodge Grass 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lodge Grass 7-8 part of?
Lodge Grass 7-8 is part of Lodge Grass Elementary School District.
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