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Denton 6-8
Middle School · Denton Elem
PO Box 1048, Denton, MT 59430
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Denton 6-8
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About Denton 6-8
Denton 6-8 is a public middle school in Denton, MT, part of Denton Elem. Denton 6-8 serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.5:1 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 Denton 6-8 show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Denton 6-8 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Denton 6-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Denton 6-8 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 1048, Denton, MT 59430
- Website
- denton.k12.mt.us
- Phone
- (406) 567-2270
- 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 (2018-19)
Based on 18 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1048, Denton, MT 59430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denton 6-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hobson 6-8 (rated 7.4/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Hobson). Another option is BEACON STAR AMISH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Moore). Additionally, BEACON STAR SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Moore). For more schools in Denton, see our Denton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Denton High School Denton | 0.0 mi | — |
| Denton School Denton | 0.0 mi | 9.8 |
| Deerfield School Lewistown | 13.2 mi | — |
| Hobson School Hobson | 22.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Hobson High School Hobson | 22.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Hobson 6-8 Hobson | 22.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Stanford School Stanford | 17.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Stanford 7-8 Stanford | 17.5 mi | — |
| Stanford High School Stanford | 17.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Spring Creek Colony Schl Lewistown | 18.7 mi | — |
| King Colony School Lewistown | 23.0 mi | — |
| Moore School Moore | 26.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Moore 6-8 Moore | 26.5 mi | — |
| Moore High School Moore | 26.5 mi | — |
| SURPRISE CREEK COLONY SCHOOL Stanford | 21.4 mi | — |
| Geraldine Elementary Geraldine | 25.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Geraldine High School Geraldine | 25.1 mi | — |
| Geraldine Middle School Geraldine | 25.1 mi | — |
| BEACON STAR AMISH SCHOOL Moore | 29.3 mi | 3.4 |
| BEACON STAR SCHOOL Moore | 29.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,444
Median Home Value
$210,900
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
476
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
74.5%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
57
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead 7-8 Pray, MT | — |
| Ashland 7-8 Ashland, MT | — |
| Augusta 7-8 Augusta, MT | — |
| BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin, MT | — |
| Belfry 7-8 Belfry, MT | — |
| Dixon 7-8 Dixon, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denton 6-8
What grades does Denton 6-8 serve?
Denton 6-8 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Denton 6-8?
Denton 6-8 has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denton 6-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Denton 6-8 is 5.5:1. 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 Denton 6-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Denton 6-8 has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Denton 6-8 a charter school?
No, Denton 6-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denton 6-8 a Title I school?
No, Denton 6-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denton 6-8?
45.5% of students at Denton 6-8 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Fergus County
- Phone
- (406) 567-2270
Resources & Links
District
Denton Elem- District Enrollment
- 41
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,600
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