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Potomac 7-8
Middle School · Potomac Elem
29750 Potomac Road, Bonner, MT 59823
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Potomac 7-8
Middle School in Bonner · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Potomac 7-8
Potomac 7-8 is a public middle school in Bonner, MT, part of Potomac Elem. Potomac 7-8 serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7.5:1 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 Potomac 7-8 show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Potomac 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Potomac 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Potomac 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
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 29750 Potomac Road, Bonner, MT 59823
- Phone
- (406) 244-5581
- 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 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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
Location
29750 Potomac Road, Bonner, MT 59823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Potomac 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clinton 7-8 (rated 8.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Clinton). Another option is Seeley Lake 7-8 (rated 7.1/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Seeley Lake). Additionally, Washington Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Missoula). For more schools in Bonner, see our Bonner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac School Bonner | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunset School Greenough | 7.5 mi | — |
| Clinton School Clinton | 9.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Clinton 7-8 Clinton | 9.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Bonner School Bonner | 13.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Bonner 6-8 Bonner | 13.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Seeley Lake Elementary Seeley Lake | 20.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Seeley Lake 7-8 Seeley Lake | 20.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Seeley-Swan High School Missoula | 20.9 mi | 3.2 |
| CLARK FORK SCHOOL Missoula | 18.3 mi | — |
| Rattlesnake Elementary School Missoula | 18.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Hellgate High School Missoula | 19.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Paxson School Missoula | 19.8 mi | 8.6 |
| LOYOLA SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Missoula | 20.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lewis & Clark School Missoula | 20.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Missoula | 20.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Washington Middle School Missoula | 20.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lowell School Missoula | 20.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MISSOULA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Missoula | 20.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Sentinel High School Missoula | 20.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,548
Median Home Value
$465,800
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
2,069
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
87.8%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.1
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 Potomac 7-8
What grades does Potomac 7-8 serve?
Potomac 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Potomac 7-8?
Potomac 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Potomac 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Potomac 7-8 is 7.5:1. 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 Potomac 7-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Potomac 7-8 has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Potomac 7-8 a charter school?
No, Potomac 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Potomac 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Potomac 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Potomac 7-8?
46.7% of students at Potomac 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Missoula County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (406) 244-5581
Resources & Links
District
Potomac Elem- District Enrollment
- 96
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,200
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