Serving 37 students in grades 7-8, Hillcrest 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest 7-8's student population of 37 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Harlowton Public Schools accept the students as they are. Thereafter, the school and the teacher provide them maximum opportunity for learning, and personal and social development. The ultimate goal is for students to acquire knowledge and to apply it
School Rankings
Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest 7-8 is 0.48, which is more 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
#472 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
White
70%
76%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest 7-8's ranking?
Hillcrest 7-8 is ranked #472 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest 7-8?
37 students attend Hillcrest 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hillcrest 7-8 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest 7-8?
Hillcrest 7-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillcrest 7-8 offer ?
Hillcrest 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest 7-8 part of?
Hillcrest 7-8 is part of Harlowton K-12 School District.
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