Serving 22 students in grades 6-8, Moore 6-8 ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moore 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Moore, MT, covering approximately 311.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moore 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Moore 6-8's student population of 22 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All students engage in learning to become productive citizens today and tomorrow.
School Rankings
Moore 6-8 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 Moore 6-8 is 0.10, 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
#244 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
40-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)4.6%
41.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore 6-8's ranking?
Moore 6-8 is ranked #244 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?
<50% 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 Moore 6-8?
22 students attend Moore 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Moore 6-8 students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore 6-8?
Moore 6-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moore 6-8 offer ?
Moore 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moore 6-8 part of?
Moore 6-8 is part of Moore Elementary School District.
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