Sheridan 7-8

107 Madison Street
Sheridan, MT 59749
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 34 students in grades 7-8, Sheridan 7-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30% in MT
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sheridan 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Sheridan 7-8's student population of 34 students has grown 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
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Sheridan Schools will educate the whole person, empowering them to reach their highest individual potential.

School Rankings

Sheridan 7-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan 7-8 is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#199 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
50-59%
37%
40-59%
46%
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sheridan 7-8's ranking?
Sheridan 7-8 is ranked #199 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Sheridan 7-8?
34 students attend Sheridan 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sheridan 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan 7-8?
Sheridan 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sheridan 7-8 offer ?
Sheridan 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan 7-8 part of?
Sheridan 7-8 is part of Sheridan Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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