Serving 16 students in grades 6-8, Nashua 6-8 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 63% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nashua 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Nashua, MT school district, encompassing approximately 441.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 14.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 24.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nashua 6-8's student population of 16 students has declined by 38% 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
16 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nashua 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 Nashua 6-8 is 0.72, 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
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
31%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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
50%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Nashua 6-8's ranking?
Nashua 6-8 is ranked #261 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Nashua 6-8?
16 students attend Nashua 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nashua 6-8 students are White, 31% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashua 6-8?
Nashua 6-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nashua 6-8 offer ?
Nashua 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nashua 6-8 part of?
Nashua 6-8 is part of Nashua K-12 Schools.
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