Serving 70 students in grades 7-8, Troy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Troy 7-8's student population of 70 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy 7-8 is 0.34, which is less 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
#336 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy 7-8's ranking?
Troy 7-8 is ranked #336 out of 707 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Troy 7-8?
70 students attend Troy 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Troy 7-8 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy 7-8?
Troy 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Troy 7-8 offer ?
Troy 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Troy 7-8 part of?
Troy 7-8 is part of Troy Elem School District.
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