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 (2026)
- 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 serves the entire district of Nashua, MT, covering an area of approximately 441.4 square miles. The school is accessible within a typical driving time of 20 to 30 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 24.6 miles away.
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
31%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
37%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
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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