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Bainville 7-8
Middle School · Bainville K-12 Schools
Box 177, Bainville, MT 59212
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bainville 7-8
Bainville 7-8 is a public middle school in Bainville, MT, part of the Bainville K-12 Schools. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 45% proficiency in math and 51% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $88,438, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Bainville 7-8 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Bainville 7-8 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Bainville 7-8 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- Box 177, Bainville, MT 59212
- Phone
- (406) 769-2321
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 34.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 54.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2022).
Location
Box 177, Bainville, MT 59212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bainville 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Culbertson Junior High (rated 7.2/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Culbertson). Another option is Sidney Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Sidney). Additionally, Fairview 6-8 (rated 3.9/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview). For more schools in Bainville, see our Bainville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bainville School Bainville | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Bainville High School Bainville | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Culbertson School Culbertson | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Culbertson Junior High Culbertson | 13.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Culbertson High School Culbertson | 13.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Froid Elementary School Froid | 18.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Froid 7-8 Froid | 18.2 mi | — |
| Froid High School Froid | 18.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairview School Fairview | 21.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairview 6-8 Fairview | 21.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Fairview High School Fairview | 21.6 mi | 5.7 |
| EAST FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview | 21.4 mi | 6.1 |
| YELLOWSTONE VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fairview | 21.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Brorson School Sidney | 25.1 mi | — |
| EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton | 18.7 mi | 6.0 |
| EIGHT MILE HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 18.7 mi | 5.4 |
| West Side Elementary Sidney | 29.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Elementary Sidney | 29.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Sidney Middle School Sidney | 29.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sidney | 29.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,438
Median Home Value
$394,100
Median Rent
$732/mo
Population
562
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
82.6%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
35.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bainville 7-8 has a median household income of $88,438. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $394,100, with a median rent of $732/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 60281 HILLSIDE RD Saint Ignatius, MT | — |
| BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin, MT | — |
| Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton, MT | — |
| Big Sandy 7-8 Big Sandy, MT | — |
| Bissell 7-8 Whitefish, MT | — |
| Broadview 7-8 Broadview, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bainville 7-8
What grades does Bainville 7-8 serve?
Bainville 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Bainville 7-8?
Bainville 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bainville 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Bainville 7-8 is 8:1. 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 Bainville 7-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bainville 7-8 has 44.5% math proficiency and 51.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bainville 7-8 a charter school?
No, Bainville 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bainville 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Bainville 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bainville 7-8?
20.8% of students at Bainville 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
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- Average (628/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Roosevelt County
- Phone
- (406) 769-2321
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Bainville K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 172
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,911
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