Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Sidney Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sidney Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Sidney school district, encompassing approximately 207.2 square miles around Sidney, MT. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sidney Middle School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn Today, Thrive Tomorrow
School Rankings
Sidney Middle School 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 Sidney 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
#325 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney Middle School's ranking?
Sidney Middle School is ranked #325 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Sidney Middle School?
319 students attend Sidney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sidney Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney Middle School?
Sidney Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sidney Middle School offer ?
Sidney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sidney Middle School part of?
Sidney Middle School is part of Sidney Elementary School District.
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