Serving 4 students in grades 7-8, Geyser 7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geyser 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Geyser 7-8's student population of 4 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geyser 7-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geyser 7-8 is 0.00, 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geyser 7-8's ranking?
Geyser 7-8 is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Geyser 7-8?
4 students attend Geyser 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Geyser 7-8 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geyser 7-8?
Geyser 7-8 has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Geyser 7-8 offer ?
Geyser 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Geyser 7-8 part of?
Geyser 7-8 is part of Geyser K-12 Schools School District.
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