Frank Brattin Middle Schl

Frank Brattin Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Colstrip, Montana. Serving students from sixth through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 126 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 with eleven full-time equivalent teachers. With MySchoolScout's rating at 5.7 out of 10 and ranking as the 253rd best school in Montana among 605 schools, Frank Brattin Middle School is focused on student development despite lower academic scores, where only 32% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% in Math.

The school's setting presents unique challenges but also fosters a tight-knit community. Frank Brattin Middle School serves the rural needs of its students with dedicated educators working to improve academic outcomes while nurturing the growth of each student within this close-knit, supportive environment.

With an enrollment of 126 students, Frank Brattin Middle Schl 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.

While current test scores at Frank Brattin Middle Schl are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Frank Brattin Middle Schl 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.