Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Meadow Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadow Hill Middle School's student population of 408 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Meadow Hill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Hill Middle School is 0.32, 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
#289 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
82%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Meadow Hill Middle School's ranking?
Meadow Hill Middle School is ranked #289 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Meadow Hill Middle School often compared to?
Meadow Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, Porter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Meadow Hill Middle School?
408 students attend Meadow Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Meadow Hill Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Hill Middle School?
Meadow Hill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadow Hill Middle School offer ?
Meadow Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Hill Middle School part of?
Meadow Hill Middle School is part of Missoula Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Hill Middle School located?
Meadow Hill Middle School is located in the South 39th Street neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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