Marion 7-8

205 Gopher Lane
Marion, MT 59925
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 37 students in grades 7-8, Marion 7-8 ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 50% in MT
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Marion 7-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

School Rankings

Marion 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion 7-8 is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#342 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
30-39%
37%
40-59%
46%
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marion 7-8's ranking?
Marion 7-8 is ranked #342 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Marion 7-8?
37 students attend Marion 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marion 7-8 students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion 7-8?
Marion 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion 7-8 offer ?
Marion 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion 7-8 part of?
Marion 7-8 is part of Marion Elementary School District.

School Reviews

5   6/1/2012
Great Title 1 resources. Good student to teacher ratios- Not crazy about some of the teachers
- Posted by Parent - jo

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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