Serving 104 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 35%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St Ignatius Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St Ignatius Middle School's student population of 104 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
104 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
St Ignatius Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St Ignatius Middle School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
61%
11%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
7%
5%
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Black
n/a
1%
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White
26%
78%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
7%
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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 #679 out of 722 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 35% 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?
104 students attend St Ignatius Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of St Ignatius Middle School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St Ignatius Middle School?
St Ignatius Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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
What school district is St Ignatius Middle School part of?
St Ignatius Middle School is part of St Ignatius K-12 Schools School District.
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