Serving 22 students in grades 7-8, Savage 7-8 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 40-59% (which is higher than 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 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Savage 7-8's student population of 22 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Savage 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 Savage 7-8 is 0.17, 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
#282 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
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 (19-20)
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Savage 7-8's ranking?
Savage 7-8 is ranked #282 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?
40-59% 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 Savage 7-8?
22 students attend Savage 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Savage 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Savage 7-8?
Savage 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Savage 7-8 offer ?
Savage 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Savage 7-8 part of?
Savage 7-8 is part of Savage Elementary School District.
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