Serving 69 students in grades 7-8, Shelby 7-8 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shelby 7-8's student population of 69 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Shelby 7-8 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 Shelby 7-8 is 0.29, 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
#457 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Shelby 7-8's ranking?
Shelby 7-8 is ranked #457 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Shelby 7-8?
69 students attend Shelby 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Shelby 7-8 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby 7-8?
Shelby 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shelby 7-8 offer ?
Shelby 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby 7-8 part of?
Shelby 7-8 is part of Shelby Elementary School District.
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