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Big Sandy 7-8
Middle School · Big Sandy K-12
PO Box 570, Big Sandy, MT 59520
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Sandy 7-8
Big Sandy 7-8 is a public middle school in Big Sandy, MT, part of the Big Sandy K-12. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. Students demonstrate 35% proficiency in math and 48% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,667, where 18% 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 27 students, Big Sandy 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.
Located in a rural area, Big Sandy 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
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 570, Big Sandy, MT 59520
- Phone
- (406) 378-2502
- 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
→ StableAverage 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 remained stable from 34.5% (2019) to 34.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 44.5% (2019) to 44.5% (2022).
Location
PO Box 570, Big Sandy, MT 59520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Sandy 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rocky Boy 7-8 (rated 5.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Box Elder). Another option is Havre Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 31.4 miles away, in nearby Havre). Additionally, Box Elder 7-8 (rated 4.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Box Elder). For more schools in Big Sandy, see our Big Sandy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 33.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sandy High School Big Sandy | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| F E Miley School Big Sandy | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Box Elder School Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Box Elder 7-8 Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Box Elder High School Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Rocky Boy School Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Rocky Boy 7-8 Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Rocky Boy High School Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 6.4 |
| North Star School Rudyard | 28.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Havre Middle School Havre | 31.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Highland Park School Havre | 31.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Havre High School Havre | 31.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunnyside School Havre | 32.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JUDE THADDEUS SCHOOL Havre | 32.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln-McKinley School Havre | 32.8 mi | 4.4 |
| North Star 7-8 Rudyard | 33.2 mi | — |
| North Star High School Rudyard | 33.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,667
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$610/mo
Population
1,211
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
60.4%
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
40.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Sandy 7-8 has a median household income of $58,667. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,900, with a median rent of $610/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Bainville 7-8 Bainville, MT | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Sandy 7-8
What grades does Big Sandy 7-8 serve?
Big Sandy 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Big Sandy 7-8?
Big Sandy 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Sandy 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Sandy 7-8 is 13.5:1. 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 Big Sandy 7-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Sandy 7-8 has 34.5% math proficiency and 47.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Sandy 7-8 a charter school?
No, Big Sandy 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Sandy 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Big Sandy 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Sandy 7-8?
63.0% of students at Big Sandy 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
- County Safety
- Average (476/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chouteau County
- Phone
- (406) 378-2502
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Big Sandy K-12- District Enrollment
- 192
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,299
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