Serving 30 students in grades 7-8, Shields Valley 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shields Valley 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shields Valley 7-8's student population of 30 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Shields Valley 7-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shields Valley 7-8 is 0.00, 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
#74 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
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
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shields Valley 7-8's ranking?
Shields Valley 7-8 is ranked #74 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Shields Valley 7-8?
30 students attend Shields Valley 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shields Valley 7-8 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shields Valley 7-8?
Shields Valley 7-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shields Valley 7-8 offer ?
Shields Valley 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shields Valley 7-8 part of?
Shields Valley 7-8 is part of Shields Valley Elementary School District.
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