Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, Manhattan 6-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Manhattan 6-8's student population of 189 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Enter Here To Learn, Go Forth To Serve
School Rankings
Manhattan 6-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan 6-8 is 0.13, 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
#78 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan 6-8's ranking?
Manhattan 6-8 is ranked #78 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Manhattan 6-8 often compared to?
Manhattan 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Anderson 7-8, Monforton 6-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Manhattan 6-8?
189 students attend Manhattan 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manhattan 6-8 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan 6-8?
Manhattan 6-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manhattan 6-8 offer ?
Manhattan 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan 6-8 part of?
Manhattan 6-8 is part of Manhattan School District.
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