Serving 25 students in grades 7-8, North Star 7-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than 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 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star 7-8's attendance zone in Rudyard, MT encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 981.6 square miles, with typical travel times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 22.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 30.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Star 7-8's student population of 25 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Star 7-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star 7-8 is 0.35, 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
#27 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
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
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
1%
White
80%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-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 North Star 7-8's ranking?
North Star 7-8 is ranked #27 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 North Star 7-8?
25 students attend North Star 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Star 7-8 students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star 7-8?
North Star 7-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Star 7-8 offer ?
North Star 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Star 7-8 part of?
North Star 7-8 is part of North Star Elementary School District.
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