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Medicine Lake 7-8
Middle School · Medicine Lake K-12 Schools
PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
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 Medicine Lake 7-8
Medicine Lake 7-8 is a public middle school in Medicine Lake, MT, part of the Medicine Lake K-12 Schools. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 58% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $42,813, where 20% 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, Medicine Lake 7-8 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 6.5:1, Medicine Lake 7-8 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, Medicine Lake 7-8 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
- Website
- medicinelake.k12.mt.us
- Phone
- (406) 789-2211
- 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 remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Medicine Lake 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Culbertson Junior High (rated 7.2/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Culbertson). Additionally, Plentywood 7-8 (rated 7.0/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Plentywood). For more schools in Medicine Lake, see our Medicine Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine Lake School Medicine Lake | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Medicine Lake High School Medicine Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| Froid Elementary School Froid | 11.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Froid 7-8 Froid | 11.6 mi | — |
| Froid High School Froid | 11.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Plentywood High School Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Plentywood School Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Plentywood 7-8 Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Culbertson School Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Culbertson Junior High Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Culbertson High School Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Bainville School Bainville | 28.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Bainville High School Bainville | 28.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bainville 7-8 Bainville | 28.2 mi | — |
| Barbara Gilligan School Brockton | 30.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton | 30.8 mi | — |
| Brockton High School Brockton | 30.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Westby School Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
| Westby High School Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
| Westby 7-8 Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,813
Median Home Value
$90,000
Population
313
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
76.4%
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
49.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Medicine Lake 7-8 has a median household income of $42,813. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,000. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. 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 Medicine Lake 7-8
What grades does Medicine Lake 7-8 serve?
Medicine Lake 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Medicine Lake 7-8?
Medicine Lake 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Medicine Lake 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Medicine Lake 7-8 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 Medicine Lake 7-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Medicine Lake 7-8 has 25.0% math proficiency and 58.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Medicine Lake 7-8 a charter school?
No, Medicine Lake 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Medicine Lake 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Medicine Lake 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Medicine Lake 7-8?
46.2% of students at Medicine Lake 7-8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sheridan County
- Phone
- (406) 789-2211
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Medicine Lake K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 83
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,702
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