Serving 16 students in grades 7-8, Medicine Lake 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Medicine Lake 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 567.6 square miles in Medicine Lake, MT. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medicine Lake 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Medicine Lake 7-8's student population of 16 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Medicine Lake 7-8 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 Medicine Lake 7-8 is 0.42, which is more 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
#107 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
White
75%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicine Lake 7-8's ranking?
Medicine Lake 7-8 is ranked #107 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Medicine Lake 7-8?
16 students attend Medicine Lake 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Medicine Lake 7-8 students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medicine Lake 7-8?
Medicine Lake 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Medicine Lake 7-8 offer ?
Medicine Lake 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Medicine Lake 7-8 part of?
Medicine Lake 7-8 is part of Medicine Lake K-12 Schools.
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