Serving 32 students in grades 7-8, Shields Valley 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 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 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shields Valley 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Clyde Park, MT, covering approximately 747.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 20-30 minute drive, with an average distance of 13.5 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 25.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shields Valley 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
Shields Valley 7-8's student population of 32 students has declined by 5% 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Shields Valley 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 Shields Valley 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shields Valley 7-8's ranking?
Shields Valley 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 Shields Valley 7-8?
32 students attend Shields Valley 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Shields Valley 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shields Valley 7-8?
Shields Valley 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shields Valley 7-8 offer ?
Shields Valley 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shields Valley 7-8 part of?
Shields Valley 7-8 is part of Shields Valley Elementary School District.
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