Serving 8 students in grades 7-8, Ryegate 7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ryegate 7-8's student population of 8 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ryegate 7-8 is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Demons
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ryegate 7-8?
8 students attend Ryegate 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ryegate 7-8 students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ryegate 7-8?
Ryegate 7-8 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ryegate 7-8 offer ?
Ryegate 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ryegate 7-8 part of?
Ryegate 7-8 is part of Ryegate K-12 Schools.
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