Locally owned gas station and grocery store featuring a deli and prepared foods.
Serving 51 students in grades 7-8, Clinton 7-8 ranks in the top 20% 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 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 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Motto
“Educational Excellence for EVERY student, EVERY day”
School Rankings
Clinton 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 Clinton 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
#105 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
88%
76%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
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 Clinton 7-8's ranking?
Clinton 7-8 is ranked #105 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?
40-59% 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 Clinton 7-8?
51 students attend Clinton 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Clinton 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton 7-8?
Clinton 7-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clinton 7-8 offer ?
Clinton 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton 7-8 part of?
Clinton 7-8 is part of Clinton Elementary School District.
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