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Lima 7-8
Middle School · Lima K-12 Schools
PO Box 186, Lima, MT 59739
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Lima 7-8
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About Lima 7-8
Lima 7-8 is a public middle school in Lima, MT, part of Lima K-12 Schools. Lima 7-8 serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 3:1 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 Lima 7-8 show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Lima 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.
At 3:1 students to teachers, Lima 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lima 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
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Address
- PO Box 186, Lima, MT 59739
- Website
- lima.k12.mt.us
- Phone
- (406) 276-3571
- 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 20 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 186, Lima, MT 59739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lima 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lima School (rated 8.7/10). Another option is CLARK COUNTY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 36.6 miles away, in nearby Dubois). Additionally, LINDY ROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 36.8 miles away, in nearby Dubois). For more schools in Lima, see our Lima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
5 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lima School Lima | 0.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Lima High School Lima | 0.0 mi | — |
| CLARK COUNTY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Dubois | 36.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LINDY ROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dubois | 36.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Grant School Dillon | 34.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,609
Median Home Value
$188,800
Population
303
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
94.9%
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
52.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead 7-8 Pray, MT | — |
| Geyser 7-8 Geyser, MT | — |
| Hinsdale 7-8 Hinsdale, MT | — |
| Judith Gap 7-8 Judith Gap, MT | — |
| LIBBY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Libby, MT | — |
| Melstone Middle School Melstone, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lima 7-8
What grades does Lima 7-8 serve?
Lima 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lima 7-8?
Lima 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lima 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Lima 7-8 is 3:1. 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 Lima 7-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lima 7-8 has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lima 7-8 a charter school?
No, Lima 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lima 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Lima 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Beaverhead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (406) 276-3571
Resources & Links
District
Lima K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 61
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,467
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