Serving 51 students in grades 7-8, Scobey 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scobey 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scobey 7-8's student population of 51 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Scobey 7-8 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 Scobey 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
#303 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Scobey 7-8's ranking?
Scobey 7-8 is ranked #303 out of 722 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 35% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Scobey 7-8?
51 students attend Scobey 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Scobey 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scobey 7-8?
Scobey 7-8 has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scobey 7-8 offer ?
Scobey 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scobey 7-8 part of?
Scobey 7-8 is part of Scobey K-12 Schools School District.
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