Serving 37 students in grades 7-8, Chester-joplin-inverness 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hi-line Hawks
School Rankings
Chester-joplin-inverness 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 Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 is 0.26, 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
#235 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
3%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hi-line Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8's ranking?
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 is ranked #235 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8?
37 students attend Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8?
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 offer ?
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 part of?
Chester-joplin-inverness 7-8 is part of Chester-Joplin-Inverness El School District.
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