Serving 21 students in grades 7-8, Pryor 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pryor 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Pryor, MT, covering approximately 535.8 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pryor 7-8's student population of 21 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 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
Pryor 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 Pryor 7-8 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
#433 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. 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
100%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pryor 7-8's ranking?
Pryor 7-8 is ranked #433 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Pryor 7-8 often compared to?
Pryor 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Arrow Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Pryor 7-8?
21 students attend Pryor 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pryor 7-8 students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pryor 7-8?
Pryor 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pryor 7-8 offer ?
Pryor 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pryor 7-8 part of?
Pryor 7-8 is part of Pryor Elementary School District.
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