Serving 36 students in grades 6-8, Alberton Middle 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alberton Middle School's student population of 36 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Alberton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alberton Middle School is 0.21, 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
#643 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
5%
1%
White
89%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
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 Alberton Middle School's ranking?
Alberton Middle School is ranked #643 out of 722 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Alberton Middle School?
36 students attend Alberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alberton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alberton Middle School?
Alberton Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alberton Middle School offer ?
Alberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alberton Middle School part of?
Alberton Middle School is part of Alberton K-12 Schools School District.
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