Serving 11 students in grades 6-8, Melstone 6-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melstone 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Melstone 6-8's student population of 11 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melstone 6-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melstone 6-8 is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melstone 6-8's ranking?
Melstone 6-8 is ranked #161 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Melstone 6-8?
11 students attend Melstone 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Melstone 6-8 students are White, and 9% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melstone 6-8?
Melstone 6-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melstone 6-8 offer ?
Melstone 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melstone 6-8 part of?
Melstone 6-8 is part of Melstone Elem School District.
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