Serving 32 students in grades 6-8, Vaughn 6-8 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vaughn 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Vaughn school district, covering approximately 90.7 square miles around Vaughn, MT. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vaughn 6-8's student population of 32 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Vaughn 6-8 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 Vaughn 6-8 is 0.28, 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
#338 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
35%
7%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughn 6-8's ranking?
Vaughn 6-8 is ranked #338 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Vaughn 6-8?
32 students attend Vaughn 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Vaughn 6-8 students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vaughn 6-8?
Vaughn 6-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vaughn 6-8 offer ?
Vaughn 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vaughn 6-8 part of?
Vaughn 6-8 is part of Vaughn Elementary School District.
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