Serving 119 students in grades 7-8, Townsend 7-8 ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Townsend 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Townsend 7-8's student population of 119 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Townsend 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Townsend 7-8 is 0.30, 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
#273 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Townsend 7-8's ranking?
Townsend 7-8 is ranked #273 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Townsend 7-8?
119 students attend Townsend 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Townsend 7-8 students are White, 8% 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 Townsend 7-8?
Townsend 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Townsend 7-8 offer ?
Townsend 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Townsend 7-8 part of?
Townsend 7-8 is part of Townsend K-12 Schools.
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