Serving 30 students in grades 6-8, Winifred 6-8 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Winifred 6-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire Winifred school district, covering approximately 816.1 square miles around Winifred, MT. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 33.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winifred 6-8's student population of 30 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Winifred 6-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winifred 6-8 is 0.13, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
3%
1%
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winifred 6-8's ranking?
Winifred 6-8 is ranked #374 out of 696 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 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Winifred 6-8?
30 students attend Winifred 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Winifred 6-8 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winifred 6-8?
Winifred 6-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winifred 6-8 offer ?
Winifred 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winifred 6-8 part of?
Winifred 6-8 is part of Winifred K-12 Schools.
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