Serving 31 students in grades 7-8, Redwater 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redwater 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire district in Circle, MT, encompassing approximately 1,986.9 square miles and serving areas that typically require a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 37.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 58.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwater 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Redwater 7-8's student population of 31 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
31 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 Rankings
Redwater 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 Redwater 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
#74 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Redwater 7-8's ranking?
Redwater 7-8 is ranked #74 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Redwater 7-8?
31 students attend Redwater 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Redwater 7-8 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwater 7-8?
Redwater 7-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Redwater 7-8 offer ?
Redwater 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Redwater 7-8 part of?
Redwater 7-8 is part of Circle Elementary School District.
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