Serving 24 students in grades 6-8, Ulm Junior High 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ulm Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ulm Junior High School's student population of 24 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ulm Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ulm Junior High School is 0.22, 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
#400 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
4%
1%
White
88%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
25%
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 Ulm Junior High School's ranking?
Ulm Junior High School is ranked #400 out of 707 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Ulm Junior High School?
24 students attend Ulm Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ulm Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ulm Junior High School?
Ulm Junior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ulm Junior High School offer ?
Ulm Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ulm Junior High School part of?
Ulm Junior High School is part of Ulm Elem School District.
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