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Pryor 7-8
Middle School · Pryor Elem
Box 229, Pryor, MT 59066
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Pryor 7-8
Middle School in Pryor · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pryor 7-8
Pryor 7-8 is a public middle school in Pryor, MT, part of Pryor Elem. Pryor 7-8 serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 6.5:1 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 Pryor 7-8 show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Pryor 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Pryor 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pryor 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
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- Box 229, Pryor, MT 59066
- Website
- pryor.k12.mt.us
- Phone
- (406) 259-7329
- 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.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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
Location
Box 229, Pryor, MT 59066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pryor 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elysian Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Billings). Another option is Canyon Creek 6-8 (rated 6.8/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Billings). Additionally, Laurel Middle School (rated 4.1/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Laurel). For more schools in Pryor, see our Pryor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plenty Coups High School Pryor | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Arrow Creek Elem School Pryor | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST CHARLES MISSION SCHOOL Pryor | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Morin School Billings | 16.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Blue Creek School Billings | 19.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Canyon Creek School Billings | 20.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Canyon Creek 6-8 Billings | 20.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Elysian School Billings | 21.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Elysian Middle School Billings | 21.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Ponderosa School Billings | 22.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Newman School Billings | 23.0 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW DAY Billings | 23.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NEW DAY SCHOOL Billings | 23.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Laurel Middle School Laurel | 20.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Fred W Graff School Laurel | 20.5 mi | 6.0 |
| South School Laurel | 20.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Big Sky Elementary Billings | 23.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Riverside Middle School Billings | 23.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Orchard School Billings | 23.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Laurel High School Laurel | 20.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,563
Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$675/mo
Population
675
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
79.4%
Poverty Rate
33%
Median Age
31.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pryor 7-8
What grades does Pryor 7-8 serve?
Pryor 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Pryor 7-8?
Pryor 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pryor 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Pryor 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 Pryor 7-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pryor 7-8 has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pryor 7-8 a charter school?
No, Pryor 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pryor 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Pryor 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pryor 7-8?
100.0% of students at Pryor 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
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Big Horn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.9%
- Phone
- (406) 259-7329
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District
Pryor Elem- District Enrollment
- 80
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,521
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