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#398 of 603 schools in MT

Broadus 7-8

Middle School · Broadus Elem · Broadus, MT

A Broadus Elem middle school serving grades 7th – 8th.

Box 500, Broadus, MT 59317

Math 30% proficient (2022)
Reading 50% proficient (2022)
11.7:1 student-teacher ratio

Academics

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-5.33 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.9Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+0.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile55th

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%

Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1

District spending per student$17,707

Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Students at Broadus 7-8 score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

2022 EdFacts proficiency

Most recent published year. School vs. MT average.

Math Proficiency30%(2022 EdFacts)

School

State

Not reported(2022 EdFacts)

ELA Proficiency50%(2022 EdFacts)

School

State

Not reported(2022 EdFacts)

Trend

↑ Recovering

40%

2017

25%

2018

25%

2019

30%

2020*

30%

2021*

40%

2022

Proficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 15 points since 2019, reaching 40% in 2022.

Show all 13 years

2009

Math

85%

ELA

85%

2010

Math

85%

ELA

85%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2014

Math

25%

ELA

75%

2015

Math

50%

ELA

30%

2016

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2017

Math

35%

ELA

45%

2018

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2020*

Math

25%

ELA

35%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

35%

2022

Math

30%

ELA

50%

Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 47% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 53% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

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

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).

Equity & diversity

Shown separately, not included in the overall score

Free/reduced lunch

48.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

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The neighborhood

Where Broadus 7-8 sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.

Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.

Getting around & local context

Walk 33Car-Dependent
Bike 40Somewhat Bikeable

Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)

Median income

$73,750

Median home value

$161,400

Median rent

$603/mo

College educated

23.9%

Homeownership

80%

Poverty rate

4.6%

ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 59317; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.

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Nearby same-level schools

0 from verified nearby records

No verified same-level alternatives

The available nearby set has no same-level school with a verified grade span.

Broadus Elem

Schools in district: 2
Rank in district: #1 of 2
District spending per student: $17,707NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate: 16.7%Census SAIPE · 2024

Broadus 7-8 is listed in Broadus Elem; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.

About Broadus 7-8

Broadus 7-8 is a public middle school in Broadus, MT, part of Broadus Elem, serving approximately 35 students in grades 7th-8th with a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 603 schools in MT. State assessment records show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Broadus 7-8

Sources:School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.Reviewed for accuracy.

Broadus 7-8 School received a grant from ExxonMobil to support innovative learning through zSpace technology. The contribution totaled nearly $26,000 and provided holographic computers to enhance instruction across multiple courses. The technology has been utilized in science classes and professional development sessions focused on incorporating STEM in the classroom. Additionally, Psychology students have used the devices for advanced, hands-on learning, including virtual dissections of the human brain. The school administration expressed gratitude for the investment, noting that it strengthens STEM instruction and increases student engagement. The school's website also lists weekly activities, such as golf tournaments and track meets, alongside a regular day schedule consisting of seven periods.

Sources (1)

www.broadus.net

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Broadus 7-8

What grades does Broadus 7-8 serve?

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

How many students attend Broadus 7-8?

Broadus 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Broadus 7-8 is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Broadus 7-8 rank in MT?

Broadus 7-8 ranks #398 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Broadus 7-8's MySchoolScout rating?

Broadus 7-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Broadus 7-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Broadus 7-8 has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Broadus 7-8 a charter school?

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

Is Broadus 7-8 a Title I school?

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

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

48.6% of students at Broadus 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.

School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)

Grades: 7th – 8th
Enrollment: 35
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: regular
Setting: Remote Rural
County: Powder River County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 8.6%
Phone: (406) 436-2658
Area population (ZIP 59317): 1,153
Area median age: 42.2

Official sources & links

School website↗Official NCES record↗Google Maps & reviews↗GreatSchools profile↗Niche reviews↗

About this school's data

Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.

School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact): NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
MySchoolScout rating and rank: MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
Math proficiency: State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
Reading/ELA proficiency: State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
Student progress (growth): NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
Neighborhood (income, housing, education): U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 59317; this does not measure the attendance area.

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24

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