Plevna is a town in Fallon County, Montana, United States. The population was 179 at the 2020 census. Plevna was founded in 1909 along the Milwaukee Road transcontinental rail line known as the Pacific Extension. Bulgarian railroad workers named the town after the city of Pleven in Bulgaria.
Serving 15 students in grades 7-8, Plevna 7-8 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 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Plevna 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Plevna school district, encompassing approximately 719.8 square miles in Plevna, MT. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 26 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plevna 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Plevna 7-8's student population of 15 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Plevna 7-8 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 Plevna 7-8 is 0.13, 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
#138 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
1%
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-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 Plevna 7-8's ranking?
Plevna 7-8 is ranked #138 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 Plevna 7-8?
15 students attend Plevna 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Plevna 7-8 students are White, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plevna 7-8?
Plevna 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plevna 7-8 offer ?
Plevna 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plevna 7-8 part of?
Plevna 7-8 is part of Plevna K-12 Schools.
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