Plentywood is a city in and the county seat of Sheridan County, Montana, United States. The population was 1,669 at the 2020 census.
Serving 51 students in grades 7-8, Plentywood 7-8 ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plentywood 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plentywood 7-8's student population of 51 students has declined by 8% 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
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Plentywood 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plentywood 7-8 is 0.22, 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
#300 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Plentywood 7-8's ranking?
Plentywood 7-8 is ranked #300 out of 696 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Plentywood 7-8?
51 students attend Plentywood 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Plentywood 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plentywood 7-8?
Plentywood 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plentywood 7-8 offer ?
Plentywood 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plentywood 7-8 part of?
Plentywood 7-8 is part of Plentywood K-12 Schools School District.
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