Serving 12 students in grades 7-8, Melstone Middle School 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 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), 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: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melstone Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Melstone Middle School's student population of 12 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melstone Middle School 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 Melstone Middle School is 0.15, 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
#160 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
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
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melstone Middle School's ranking?
Melstone Middle School is ranked #160 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 Melstone Middle School?
12 students attend Melstone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Melstone Middle School students are White, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melstone Middle School?
Melstone Middle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melstone Middle School offer ?
Melstone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Melstone Middle School part of?
Melstone Middle School is part of Melstone Elementary School District.
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