Serving 128 students in grades 6-8, St. Ignatius Middle School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Ignatius Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 183 square miles around Saint Ignatius, MT. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.5 miles and the furthest edge located 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Ignatius Middle School's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Ignatius Middle School 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 St. Ignatius Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#657 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
42%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
42%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
7%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-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 St. Ignatius Middle School's ranking?
St. Ignatius Middle School is ranked #657 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend St. Ignatius Middle School?
128 students attend St. Ignatius Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of St. Ignatius Middle School students are American Indian, 42% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Ignatius Middle School?
St. Ignatius Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Ignatius Middle School offer ?
St. Ignatius Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Ignatius Middle School part of?
St. Ignatius Middle School is part of St Ignatius K-12 Schools.
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