Serving 20 students in grades 6-8, Power Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Power 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Power, MT, encompassing approximately 161.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Power Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Power Middle School's student population of 20 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Power Middle School 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 Power Middle School is 0.19, 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
#72 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
White
90%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-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 Power Middle School's ranking?
Power Middle School is ranked #72 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?
60-79% 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 Power Middle School?
20 students attend Power Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Power Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Power Middle School?
Power Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Power Middle School offer ?
Power Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Power Middle School part of?
Power Middle School is part of Power Elementary School District.
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