Serving 37 students in grades 7-8, Marion 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 35%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion 7-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion 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 Marion 7-8 is 0.06, 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
#375 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
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
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion 7-8's ranking?
Marion 7-8 is ranked #375 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Marion 7-8?
37 students attend Marion 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marion 7-8 students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion 7-8?
Marion 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion 7-8 offer ?
Marion 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Marion 7-8 part of?
Marion 7-8 is part of Marion Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 6/1/2012
Great Title 1 resources. Good student to teacher ratios- Not crazy about some of the teachers
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