Serving 28 students in grades 6-8, Winifred 6-8 ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winifred 6-8's student population of 28 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Winifred 6-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winifred 6-8 is 0.13, 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
#313 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%

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

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1

American Indian
4%
10%

Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%

Black
n/a
1%

White
93%
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
43%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winifred 6-8's ranking?
Winifred 6-8 is ranked #313 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Winifred 6-8?
28 students attend Winifred 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Winifred 6-8 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winifred 6-8?
Winifred 6-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winifred 6-8 offer ?
Winifred 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Winifred 6-8 part of?
Winifred 6-8 is part of Winifred K-12 Schools School District.
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