Serving 15 students in grades 6-8, Pine Creek 6-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Creek 7-8 serves the southwest part of Livingston, MT, covering an area of approximately 47.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Creek 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Creek 6-8's student population of 15 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pine Creek 6-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Creek 6-8 is 0.00, 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
#87 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2004–2023. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Creek 6-8's ranking?
Pine Creek 6-8 is ranked #87 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Pine Creek 6-8?
15 students attend Pine Creek 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pine Creek 6-8 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Creek 6-8?
Pine Creek 6-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pine Creek 6-8 offer ?
Pine Creek 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Creek 6-8 part of?
Pine Creek 6-8 is part of Pine Creek Elementary School District.
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