Serving 23 students in grades 7-8, Frontier 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frontier 7-8's student population of 23 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Frontier 7-8 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 Frontier 7-8 is 0.49, which is more 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
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
70%
10%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
9%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
4%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier 7-8's ranking?
Frontier 7-8 is ranked #261 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Frontier 7-8?
23 students attend Frontier 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Frontier 7-8 students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier 7-8?
Frontier 7-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frontier 7-8 offer ?
Frontier 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier 7-8 part of?
Frontier 7-8 is part of Frontier Elementary School District.
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