Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Sacajawea Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 56% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sacajawea Middle School serves the southern part of Bozeman, MT, covering an area of approximately 62.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4 miles to the school, and the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sacajawea Middle School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacajawea Middle School is 0.35, 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
#23 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacajawea Middle School's ranking?
Sacajawea Middle School is ranked #23 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Sacajawea Middle School often compared to?
Sacajawea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea Middle School?
807 students attend Sacajawea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sacajawea Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacajawea Middle School?
Sacajawea Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Middle School offer ?
Sacajawea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacajawea Middle School part of?
Sacajawea Middle School is part of Bozeman Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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