Serving 61 students in grades 7-8, Plentywood 7-8 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plentywood 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Plentywood, MT, encompassing approximately 851.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 27.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plentywood 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plentywood 7-8's student population of 61 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Plentywood 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 Plentywood 7-8 is 0.22, 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
#300 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plentywood 7-8's ranking?
Plentywood 7-8 is ranked #300 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Plentywood 7-8?
61 students attend Plentywood 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Plentywood 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plentywood 7-8?
Plentywood 7-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plentywood 7-8 offer ?
Plentywood 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plentywood 7-8 part of?
Plentywood 7-8 is part of Plentywood K-12 Schools.
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