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Ashland 7-8

Middle School · Ashland Elem

Box 17, Ashland, MT 59003

Enrollment

14

Student-Teacher

7:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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About Ashland 7-8

Ashland 7-8 is a public middle school in Ashland, MT, part of Ashland Elem. Ashland 7-8 serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Ashland 7-8 show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 14 students, Ashland 7-8 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7:1 students to teachers, Ashland 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ashland 7-8 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
14 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Address
Box 17, Ashland, MT 59003
Phone
(406) 784-2568
Data Year
SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?

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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.3%

Location

Box 17, Ashland, MT 59003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashland 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lame Deer 7-8 (rated 6.0/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Lame Deer). Additionally, Frank Brattin Middle Schl (rated 4.4/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Colstrip). For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

11 within 28.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashland School Ashland 0.0 mi 6.7
ST LABRE HIGH SCHOOL Ashland 0.9 mi 7.1
COTTONWOOD SCHOOL Forsyth 7.9 mi
Birney School Birney 22.2 mi
Lame Deer High School Lame Deer 18.6 mi 5.5
Lame Deer 7-8 Lame Deer 18.6 mi 6.0
South Stacey School Volborg 19.8 mi
Lame Deer School Lame Deer 19.3 mi 4.7
Frank Brattin Middle Schl Colstrip 26.4 mi 4.4
Pine Butte Elementary Sch Colstrip 27.6 mi 5.0
Colstrip High School Colstrip 28.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,461

Median Home Value

$115,600

Median Rent

$632/mo

Population

1,266

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

34.5%

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashland 7-8

What grades does Ashland 7-8 serve?

Ashland 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Ashland 7-8?

Ashland 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashland 7-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashland 7-8 is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Ashland 7-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashland 7-8 has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ashland 7-8 a charter school?

No, Ashland 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ashland 7-8 a Title I school?

No, Ashland 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashland 7-8?

100.0% of students at Ashland 7-8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Rosebud County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.3%

District

Ashland Elem
District Enrollment
76
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,963

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