Serving 18 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Midway Colony ranks in the top 30% 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 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midway Colony ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Midway Colony's student population of 18 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Midway Colony ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midway Colony is 0.00, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
73%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
83%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midway Colony's ranking?
Midway Colony is ranked #159 out of 696 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?
<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 Midway Colony?
18 students attend Midway Colony.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Midway Colony students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midway Colony?
Midway Colony has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Midway Colony offer ?
Midway Colony offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midway Colony part of?
Midway Colony is part of Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools School District.
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