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Heart Butte 6-8
Middle School · Heart Butte K-12 Schools
PO Box 259, Heart Butte, MT 59448
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Heart Butte 6-8
Heart Butte 6-8 is a public middle school in Heart Butte, MT, part of the Heart Butte K-12 Schools. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math and 8% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $29,318, where 12% 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 28 students, Heart Butte 6-8 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 7:1, Heart Butte 6-8 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, Heart Butte 6-8 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- PO Box 259, Heart Butte, MT 59448
- Phone
- (406) 338-2200
- 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
↓ 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 10% (2019) to 5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 10% (2019) to 5% (2022).
Location
PO Box 259, Heart Butte, MT 59448
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heart Butte 6-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Browning). Additionally, Browning Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Browning). For more schools in Heart Butte, see our Heart Butte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
15 within 31.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Butte Elementary Heart Butte | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Heart Butte High School Heart Butte | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Browning Middle School Browning | 20.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Napi School Browning | 21.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Browning Elementary Browning | 21.0 mi | 4.8 |
| KW-VC Elementary Browning | 21.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CUTSWOOD SCHOOL Browning | 21.2 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL Browning | 21.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Browning High School Browning | 21.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Dupuyer School Dupuyer | 16.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Kingsbury Colony Attn Ctr Valier | 16.1 mi | — |
| Hidden Lake Elementary Cut Bank | 24.9 mi | — |
| Pendroy School Pendroy | 21.9 mi | — |
| East Glacier Park School E. Glacier Park | 21.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountain View Elementary Cut Bank | 31.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,318
Median Home Value
$47,500
Median Rent
$457/mo
Population
647
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
48.8%
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
28.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Heart Butte 6-8 has a median household income of $29,318. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $47,500, with a median rent of $457/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| 60281 HILLSIDE RD Saint Ignatius, MT | — |
| Bainville 7-8 Bainville, MT | — |
| Big Sandy 7-8 Big Sandy, MT | — |
| Bissell 7-8 Whitefish, MT | — |
| Broadview 7-8 Broadview, MT | — |
| COTTONWOOD DAY SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heart Butte 6-8
What grades does Heart Butte 6-8 serve?
Heart Butte 6-8 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Heart Butte 6-8?
Heart Butte 6-8 has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heart Butte 6-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Heart Butte 6-8 is 7:1. 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 Heart Butte 6-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heart Butte 6-8 has 8.3% math proficiency and 8.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Heart Butte 6-8 a charter school?
No, Heart Butte 6-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heart Butte 6-8 a Title I school?
No, Heart Butte 6-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heart Butte 6-8?
100.0% of students at Heart Butte 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (333/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pondera County
- Phone
- (406) 338-2200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Heart Butte K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 197
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,918
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