Serving 21 students in grades 7-8, Terry 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Terry Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Terry, MT, encompassing approximately 1,742.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 29.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 45.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry Middle School's student population of 21 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Terry 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 Terry Middle School is 0.52, 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
#447 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
5%
1%
White
67%
76%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry Middle School's ranking?
Terry Middle School is ranked #447 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Terry Middle School?
21 students attend Terry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Terry Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry Middle School?
Terry Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Terry Middle School offer ?
Terry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Terry Middle School part of?
Terry Middle School is part of Terry K-12 Schools.
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