Serving 52 students in grades 6-8, Swan River 6-8 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan River 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bigfork, MT, covering approximately 27.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan River 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swan River 6-8's student population of 52 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Swan River 6-8 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 Swan River 6-8 is 0.28, 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
#358 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan River 6-8's ranking?
Swan River 6-8 is ranked #358 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Swan River 6-8?
52 students attend Swan River 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Swan River 6-8 students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan River 6-8?
Swan River 6-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swan River 6-8 offer ?
Swan River 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swan River 6-8 part of?
Swan River 6-8 is part of Swan River Elementary School District.
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