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#540 of 603 schools in MT

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch

Middle School · Livingston Elem

132 South B Street, Livingston, MT 59047

Enrollment

268

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#540 of 603

In Livingston

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Livingston Elem

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Sleeping Giant Middle Sch

4.3/10

Middle School in Livingston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Side School

4.3/10

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5.8/10

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About Sleeping Giant Middle Sch

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch is a public middle school in Livingston, MT, part of Livingston Elem. Sleeping Giant Middle Sch serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sleeping Giant Middle Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #540 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Sleeping Giant Middle Sch show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below MT schools
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • MT avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,667
Chronic Absenteeism36.6%

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch — Students at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
41%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Sleeping Giant Middle Sch Compares

See how Sleeping Giant Middle Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
11th percentile in MT
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.6%

Location

132 South B Street, Livingston, MT 59047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sleeping Giant Middle Sch may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. B A Winans School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LaMotte School (rated 9.0/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Bozeman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow School (rated 8.8/10, 23.4 miles away, in nearby Bozeman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.4 mi
School Distance Rating
East Side School Livingston 0.1 mi 4.3
Park High School Livingston 0.1 mi 5.8
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livingston 0.2 mi 7.1
EDUCATIO Livingston 0.4 mi
B A Winans School Livingston 0.9 mi 9.5
Pine Creek 6-8 Livingston 9.6 mi
Pine Creek School Livingston 9.6 mi
Shields Valley 7-8 Clyde Park 16.0 mi 8.4
Shields Valley High Schl Clyde Park 16.0 mi 7.9
Malmborg School Bozeman 13.8 mi
Arrowhead School Pray 19.1 mi 5.4
Arrowhead 7-8 Pray 19.1 mi
Shields Valley Elementary Clyde Park 23.6 mi 6.1
LaMotte 6-8 Bozeman 19.0 mi
LaMotte School Bozeman 19.0 mi 9.0
MT ELLIS ELEMENTARY Bozeman 19.2 mi 6.6
MOUNT ELLIS ACADEMY Bozeman 19.4 mi 8.3
McLeod School Mcleod 21.1 mi
Hawthorne School Bozeman 23.2 mi 8.1
Longfellow School Bozeman 23.4 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,176

Median Home Value

$420,000

Median Rent

$980/mo

Population

13,491

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

44.1

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Florence-Carlton 6-8 Florence, MT 4.5
Anaconda Jr High School Anaconda, MT 4.0
Northside School Wolf Point, MT 4.7
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd, MT 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sleeping Giant Middle Sch

What grades does Sleeping Giant Middle Sch serve?

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Sleeping Giant Middle Sch?

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sleeping Giant Middle Sch rank in MT?

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch ranks #540 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Sleeping Giant Middle Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Sleeping Giant Middle Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sleeping Giant Middle Sch has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sleeping Giant Middle Sch a charter school?

No, Sleeping Giant Middle Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sleeping Giant Middle Sch a Title I school?

No, Sleeping Giant Middle Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sleeping Giant Middle Sch?

47.8% of students at Sleeping Giant Middle Sch 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

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Park County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.6%

District

Livingston Elem
District Enrollment
817
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,667
District Rank
#3 of 3

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