Serving 20 students in grades 7-8, Noxon 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noxon 7-8's student population of 20 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Noxon 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Noxon 7-8 is 0.27, 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
#625 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noxon 7-8's ranking?
Noxon 7-8 is ranked #625 out of 696 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Noxon 7-8?
20 students attend Noxon 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Noxon 7-8 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noxon 7-8?
Noxon 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Noxon 7-8 offer ?
Noxon 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Noxon 7-8 part of?
Noxon 7-8 is part of Noxon Elementary School District.
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