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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Big Sandy 7-8
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About Big Sandy 7-8
Big Sandy 7-8 is a public middle school in Big Sandy, MT, part of Big Sandy K-12. Big Sandy 7-8 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 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 Big Sandy 7-8 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Big Sandy 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.
Big Sandy 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
- 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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
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. Havre Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 31.4 miles away, in nearby Havre). Another option is Box Elder 7-8 (rated 4.6/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Box Elder). Additionally, Rocky Boy 7-8 (rated 4.3/10, 16.2 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 | 6.2 |
| F E Miley School Big Sandy | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Box Elder School Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Box Elder 7-8 Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Box Elder High School Box Elder | 10.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Rocky Boy School Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Rocky Boy 7-8 Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Rocky Boy High School Box Elder | 16.2 mi | 3.8 |
| North Star School Rudyard | 28.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Havre Middle School Havre | 31.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Highland Park School Havre | 31.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Havre High School Havre | 31.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Sunnyside School Havre | 32.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JUDE THADDEUS SCHOOL Havre | 32.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln-McKinley School Havre | 32.8 mi | 7.8 |
| North Star 7-8 Rudyard | 33.2 mi | — |
| North Star High School Rudyard | 33.2 mi | 6.7 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Big Sandy 7-8 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
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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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
Resources & Links
District
Big Sandy K-12- District Enrollment
- 192
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,299
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