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Absarokee 6-8

Summary:

Absarokee 6-8 is a public middle school serving grades 6-8 in the small town of Absarokee, Montana, with a student population of just 43 as of the 2022-2023 school year. Despite its small size, this school has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in science, where its students outperform the state average by a significant margin.

Absarokee 6-8 has achieved a high statewide ranking of 44 out of 187 middle schools in Montana, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This success can be attributed to the school's low student-teacher ratio, which ranges from 8.9 to 10.2 students per teacher, and its higher-than-average spending per student at $11,267. In contrast, nearby Roberts 7-8 has consistently underperformed, ranking in the bottom 10% of Montana middle schools and struggling with low proficiency rates in mathematics and reading.

While Absarokee 6-8's academic achievements are impressive, the school's student population is overwhelmingly White, with over 90% of students identifying as such in recent years. This lack of racial diversity may be a concern and could impact the school's ability to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Additionally, the school's small size and high spending per student may present unique challenges, such as limited course offerings and potential financial constraints, which the school's leadership and district, Roberts K-12 Schools, will need to navigate carefully to ensure continued academic success.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 327 S Woodard Ave
       Absarokee, MT  59001

(406) 328-4583

District: Absarokee Elementary

SchoolDigger Rank:
44th of 187 Montana Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,887 Help


Students who attend Absarokee 6-8 usually attend:

High:    Absarokee High School

Feeder schools for Absarokee 6-8:

Elementary:    Absarokee School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.4 Help
Number of students:  45

Racial breakdown:

White:
91.1%
American Indian:
4.4%
Hispanic:
2.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  33.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Absarokee 6-8 ranks better than 76.5% of middle schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 72.62. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (91.1%), American Indian (4.4%), Hispanic (2.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 33.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Absarokee 6-8 is 10.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Absarokee 6-8 is $18,887.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Absarokee 6-8 was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Absarokee 6-8 44th of 187 Montana public middle schools. (See Absarokee 6-8 in the ranking list.)

Absarokee Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Absarokee Elementary 155th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Absarokee 6-8

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 61.46 70th 171 59.1%
2005 50.72 98th 164 40.2%
2006 25.34 130th 146 11.0%
2007 34.18 124th 147 15.6%
2008 60.39 55th 149 63.1%
2009 51.99 92nd 147 37.4%
2010 53.16 91st 156 41.7%
2011 60.54 68th 161 57.8%
2012 49.15 104th 156 33.3%
2013 67.47 44th 159 72.3%
2015 6.31 145th 156 7.1%
2021 22.73 170th 200 15.0%
2022 45.03 118th 190 37.9%
2023 72.62 44th 187 76.5%
See the entire list of Montana Middle School Rankings!

Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Montana Office of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Absarokee 6-8

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 56 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 57
1992 66 0 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 68
1993 69 0 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 73
1994 65 0 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 68
1995 74 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 75
1996 74 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 75
1997 79 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 82
1998 67 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 69
1999 60 0 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 63
2000 64 0 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 67
2001 49 1 3 0 3 n/a n/a 0 56
2002 53 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 53
2003 53 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 53
2004 54 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 55
2005 56 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 57
2006 57 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 58
2007 67 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 67
2008 47 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 49
2009 41 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 42
2010 34 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 36
2011 38 1 0 2 2 0 1 0 44
2012 33 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 37
2013 34 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 36
2014 41 0 0 5 1 0 2 0 49
2015 44 0 1 2 0 0 1 0 48
2016 39 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 41
2017 31 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 31
2018 55 0 0 1 1 0 3 0 60
2019 54 0 0 4 1 0 3 0 62
2020 58 0 0 2 1 0 2 0 63
2021 49 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 51
2022 51 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 55
2023 40 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 43
2024 41 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 45

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Absarokee 6-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 57 3.6 15.8 3.5
1992 68 3.1 21.9 8.8
1993 73 3.7 19.7 9.6
1994 68 3.4 20.0 7.4
1995 75 4.0 18.8 9.3
1996 75 4.0 18.8 9.3
1997 82 4.3 19.1 4.9
1998 69 4.3 16.0 5.8
1999 63 4.4 14.3 6.3
2000 67 4.1 16.3 4.5
2001 56 4.6 12.2 5.4
2002 53 4.3 12.3 15.1
2003 53 4.3 12.3 15.1
2004 55 4.0 13.8 18.2
2005 57 4.5 12.7 8.8
2006 58 4.6 12.6 10.3
2007 67 4.7 14.3 9
2008 49 4.4 11.1 16.3
2009 42 4.1 10.2 11.9
2010 36 3.3 10.6 16.7
2011 44 3.8 11.3 29.5
2012 37 2.9 12.4 35.1
2013 36 3.4 10.4 19.4
2014 49 2.2 22.0 30.6
2015 48 3.0 16.0 20.8
2016 41 3.0 13.6 7.3
2017 31 3.4 9.0 12.9
2018 60 5.7 10.4 25
2019 62 4.4 13.9 24.2
2020 63 4.3 14.4 27
2021 51 5.3 9.4 n/a
2022 55 5.3 10.2 n/a
2023 43 4.7 8.9 n/a
2024 45 4.3 10.4 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Absarokee 6-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 57 3.6 15.8 3.5
1992 68 3.1 21.9 8.8
1993 73 3.7 19.7 9.6
1994 68 3.4 20.0 7.4
1995 75 4.0 18.8 9.3
1996 75 4.0 18.8 9.3
1997 82 4.3 19.1 4.9
1998 69 4.3 16.0 5.8
1999 63 4.4 14.3 6.3
2000 67 4.1 16.3 4.5
2001 56 4.6 12.2 5.4
2002 53 4.3 12.3 15.1
2003 53 4.3 12.3 15.1
2004 55 4.0 13.8 18.2
2005 57 4.5 12.7 8.8
2006 58 4.6 12.6 10.3
2007 67 4.7 14.3 9
2008 49 4.4 11.1 16.3
2009 42 4.1 10.2 11.9
2010 36 3.3 10.6 16.7
2011 44 3.8 11.3 29.5
2012 37 2.9 12.4 35.1
2013 36 3.4 10.4 19.4
2014 49 2.2 22.0 30.6
2015 48 3.0 16.0 20.8
2016 41 3.0 13.6 7.3
2017 31 3.4 9.0 12.9
2018 60 5.7 10.4 25
2019 62 4.4 13.9 24.2
2020 63 4.3 14.4 27
2021 51 5.3 9.4 n/a
2022 55 5.3 10.2 n/a
2023 43 4.7 8.9 n/a
2024 45 4.3 10.4 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Absarokee 6-8

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $11,267
2021 $19,070
2022 $15,813
2023 $18,887

Data source: Montana Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Absarokee 6-8

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students6243
 30.6%
African American00
American Indian11
Asian00
Hispanic41
 75%
Pacific Islander00
White5440
 25.9%
Two or More Races31
 66.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Absarokee 6-8

Students at Absarokee 6-8 are 91% White, 4% American Indian, 2% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

In the 2023-24 school year, 45 students attended Absarokee 6-8.

Absarokee 6-8 ranks 44th of 187 Montana middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Absarokee 6-8 usually go on to attend Absarokee High School


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