Serving 77 students in grades 6-8, Troy Junior High School 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 20-29% (which is lower than 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Troy, MT, encompassing approximately 429.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the farthest edges of the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Troy Junior High School's student population of 77 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Troy Junior High School 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 Troy Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#341 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy Junior High School's ranking?
Troy Junior High School is ranked #341 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?
20-29% 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 Troy Junior High School?
77 students attend Troy Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Troy Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Junior High School?
Troy Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Troy Junior High School offer ?
Troy Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Troy Junior High School part of?
Troy Junior High School is part of Troy Elementary School District.
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