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Power 7-8
Middle School · Power Elem
PO Box 155, Power, MT 59468
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Power 7-8
Power 7-8 is a public middle school in Power, MT, part of the Power Elem. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1. Students demonstrate 73% proficiency in math and 67% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,652, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Power 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 7.5:1, Power 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, Power 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
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 155, Power, MT 59468
- Phone
- (406) 463-2251
- 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
→ 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
PO Box 155, Power, MT 59468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Power 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sun River Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Simms). Additionally, Fairfield 7-8 (rated 5.7/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Fairfield). For more schools in Power, see our Power schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Power School Power | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Power High School Power | 0.0 mi | 9.1 |
| ELK CREEK MENNONITE Fort Shaw | 8.9 mi | — |
| Dutton/Brady Elementary Dutton | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Dutton/Brady High School Dutton | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Dutton/Brady Middle School Dutton | 9.4 mi | — |
| Greenfield School Fairfield | 9.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenfield 7-8 Fairfield | 9.7 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary Vaughn | 10.5 mi | — |
| Vaughn School Vaughn | 12.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Vaughn 7-8 Vaughn | 12.6 mi | — |
| FAIRFIELD MENNONITE SCHOOL Fairfield | 11.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Fort Shaw Elem School Simms | 15.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairfield Elementary School Fairfield | 15.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairfield 7-8 Fairfield | 15.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairfield High School Fairfield | 15.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Cascade Colony School Simms | 20.1 mi | — |
| Fairhaven Colony Ulm | 21.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Sun River Middle School Simms | 19.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Simms High School Simms | 19.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,652
Median Home Value
$236,400
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
796
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Power 7-8 has a median household income of $80,652. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,400, with a median rent of $840/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. 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 Power 7-8
What grades does Power 7-8 serve?
Power 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Power 7-8?
Power 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Power 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Power 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 Power 7-8?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Power 7-8 has 73.2% math proficiency and 66.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Power 7-8 a charter school?
No, Power 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Power 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Power 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Power 7-8?
46.7% of students at Power 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (747/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Teton County
- Phone
- (406) 463-2251
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Power Elem- District Enrollment
- 64
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,788
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