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Custer 7-8
Middle School · Custer K-12 Schools
Box 69, Custer, MT 59024
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Custer 7-8
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About Custer 7-8
Custer 7-8 is a public middle school in Custer, MT, part of Custer K-12 Schools. Custer 7-8 serves approximately 16 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16:1 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 Custer 7-8 show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 16 students, Custer 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.
Custer 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
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Address
- Box 69, Custer, MT 59024
- Website
- custerschools.org
- Phone
- (406) 856-4117
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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
Box 69, Custer, MT 59024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Custer 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hysham School (rated 7.5/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Hysham). Another option is Custer High School (rated 6.6/10). Additionally, Custer School (rated 6.0/10). For more schools in Custer, see our Custer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 36.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Custer School Custer | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Custer High School Custer | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Hysham School Hysham | 19.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Hysham High School Hysham | 19.3 mi | — |
| Hysham 7-8 Hysham | 19.3 mi | — |
| Hardin High School Hardin | 27.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Hardin Middle School Hardin | 27.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Hardin Intermediate Hardin | 27.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Hardin Primary Hardin | 27.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin | 27.6 mi | — |
| Melstone School Melstone | 36.0 mi | — |
| Melstone Middle School Melstone | 36.0 mi | — |
| Melstone High School Melstone | 36.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,250
Median Home Value
$190,600
Median Rent
$406/mo
Population
295
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
72.3%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
59.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashland 7-8 Ashland, MT | — |
| Augusta 7-8 Augusta, MT | — |
| BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin, MT | — |
| Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton, MT | — |
| Belfry 7-8 Belfry, MT | — |
| Bissell 7-8 Whitefish, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Custer 7-8
What grades does Custer 7-8 serve?
Custer 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Custer 7-8?
Custer 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Custer 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Custer 7-8 is 16:1. 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 Custer 7-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Custer 7-8 has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Custer 7-8 a charter school?
No, Custer 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Custer 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Custer 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Custer 7-8?
62.5% of students at Custer 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
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yellowstone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (406) 856-4117
Resources & Links
District
Custer K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 88
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,105
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