Serving 22 students in grades 7-8, Savage 7-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than 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 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Savage 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Savage 7-8's student population of 22 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
22 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Savage 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 Savage 7-8 is 0.17, 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
#155 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
5%
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
4%
6%

Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
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 (19-20)
38%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Savage 7-8's ranking?
Savage 7-8 is ranked #155 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?
60-79% 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 Savage 7-8?
22 students attend Savage 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Savage 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Savage 7-8?
Savage 7-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Savage 7-8 offer ?
Savage 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Savage 7-8 part of?
Savage 7-8 is part of Savage Elementary School District.
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