Serving 24 students in grades 7-8, Philipsburg 7-8 ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Philipsburg 7-8 serves the entire Philipsburg, MT school district, encompassing an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,173.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 24.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 31.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philipsburg 7-8's student population of 24 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Philipsburg 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philipsburg 7-8 is 0.15, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Philipsburg 7-8's ranking?
Philipsburg 7-8 is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Philipsburg 7-8?
24 students attend Philipsburg 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Philipsburg 7-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philipsburg 7-8?
Philipsburg 7-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Philipsburg 7-8 offer ?
Philipsburg 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philipsburg 7-8 part of?
Philipsburg 7-8 is part of Philipsburg K-12 Schools.
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