Serving 27 students in grades 7-8, Gardiner 7-8 ranks in the top 20% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardiner 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gardiner 7-8's student population of 27 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gardiner 7-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardiner 7-8 is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardiner 7-8's ranking?
Gardiner 7-8 is ranked #77 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 35% MT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Gardiner 7-8?
27 students attend Gardiner 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gardiner 7-8 students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardiner 7-8?
Gardiner 7-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardiner 7-8 offer ?
Gardiner 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardiner 7-8 part of?
Gardiner 7-8 is part of Gardiner Elementary School District.
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