Serving 49 students in grades 7-8, Belt 7-8 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belt 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belt 7-8's student population of 49 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Belt 7-8 ranks within the top 1% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belt 7-8 is 0.15, 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
#4 out of 696 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
2%
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
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Belt 7-8's ranking?
Belt 7-8 is ranked #4 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Belt 7-8?
49 students attend Belt 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Belt 7-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belt 7-8?
Belt 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belt 7-8 offer ?
Belt 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belt 7-8 part of?
Belt 7-8 is part of Belt Elementary School District.
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