Serving 42 students in grades 7-8, Smith Valley 7-8 ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Valley 7-8's student population of 42 students has declined by 14% 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
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Valley 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Valley 7-8 is 0.36, 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
#518 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Valley 7-8's ranking?
Smith Valley 7-8 is ranked #518 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Smith Valley 7-8?
42 students attend Smith Valley 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Smith Valley 7-8 students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Valley 7-8?
Smith Valley 7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Valley 7-8 offer ?
Smith Valley 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Valley 7-8 part of?
Smith Valley 7-8 is part of Smith Valley Elementary School District.
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