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Dutton/brady Middle School
Middle School · Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools
101 2nd St NE, Dutton, MT 59433
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Dutton/brady Middle School
Dutton/brady Middle School is a public middle school in Dutton, MT, part of the Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math and 41% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,750, where 26% 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 13 students, Dutton/brady Middle School 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Dutton/brady Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Dutton/brady Middle School 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
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- 101 2nd St NE, Dutton, MT 59433
- Phone
- (406) 476-3424
- 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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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 improved from 10% (2019) to 49.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 49.5% (2019) to 49.5% (2022).
Location
101 2nd St NE, Dutton, MT 59433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dutton/brady Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Utterback 4-6 (rated 8.0/10, 24.7 miles away, in nearby Conrad). Another option is Utterback 7-8 (rated 8.0/10, 24.7 miles away, in nearby Conrad). Additionally, Fairfield 7-8 (rated 5.7/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Fairfield). For more schools in Dutton, see our Dutton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dutton/Brady Elementary Dutton | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Dutton/Brady High School Dutton | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Power School Power | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Power 7-8 Power | 9.4 mi | — |
| Power High School Power | 9.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Greenfield School Fairfield | 16.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenfield 7-8 Fairfield | 16.2 mi | — |
| ELK CREEK MENNONITE Fort Shaw | 17.9 mi | — |
| FAIRFIELD MENNONITE SCHOOL Fairfield | 18.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary Vaughn | 18.1 mi | — |
| Vaughn School Vaughn | 21.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Vaughn 7-8 Vaughn | 21.5 mi | — |
| Fairfield Elementary School Fairfield | 20.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairfield 7-8 Fairfield | 20.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairfield High School Fairfield | 20.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Midway Colony Dutton | 19.9 mi | — |
| Fort Shaw Elem School Simms | 24.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Meadowlark School Conrad | 24.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Utterback 4-6 Conrad | 24.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Utterback 7-8 Conrad | 24.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$141,000
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
398
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
69.1%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
50.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dutton/brady Middle School has a median household income of $58,750. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,000, with a median rent of $775/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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 Dutton/brady Middle School
What grades does Dutton/brady Middle School serve?
Dutton/brady Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Dutton/brady Middle School?
Dutton/brady Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dutton/brady Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dutton/brady Middle School is 6.5:1. 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 Dutton/brady Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dutton/brady Middle School has 28.2% math proficiency and 41.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Dutton/brady Middle School a charter school?
No, Dutton/brady Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dutton/brady Middle School a Title I school?
No, Dutton/brady Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dutton/brady Middle School?
69.2% of students at Dutton/brady Middle School 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
- Elevated (747/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Teton County
- Phone
- (406) 476-3424
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 110
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,813
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