Serving 100 students in grades 6-8, Ophir 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ophir 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Big Sky, MT, covering approximately 431.4 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ophir 7-8's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ophir 7-8 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 Ophir 7-8 is 0.20, 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
#218 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ophir 7-8's ranking?
Ophir 7-8 is ranked #218 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ophir 7-8?
100 students attend Ophir 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ophir 7-8 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ophir 7-8?
Ophir 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ophir 7-8 offer ?
Ophir 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ophir 7-8 part of?
Ophir 7-8 is part of Big Sky School K-12 School District.
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