Serving 45 students in grades 7-8, Scobey 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (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 23:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scobey 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire Scobey school district, encompassing approximately 1,426.4 square miles around the city of Scobey, MT. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 22.1 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 34.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scobey 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scobey 7-8's student population of 45 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Scobey 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scobey 7-8 is 0.20, 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
#224 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
American Indian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
89%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scobey 7-8's ranking?
Scobey 7-8 is ranked #224 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% 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 Scobey 7-8?
45 students attend Scobey 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Scobey 7-8 students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scobey 7-8?
Scobey 7-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scobey 7-8 offer ?
Scobey 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scobey 7-8 part of?
Scobey 7-8 is part of Scobey K-12 Schools.
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