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Sunburst 7 - 8
Middle School · Sunburst K-12 Schools
Box 710, Sunburst, MT 59482
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Sunburst 7 - 8
Middle School in Sunburst · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunburst 7 - 8
Sunburst 7 - 8 is a public middle school in Sunburst, MT, part of Sunburst K-12 Schools. Sunburst 7 - 8 serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 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 Sunburst 7 - 8 show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, Sunburst 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.
Sunburst 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
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Address
- Box 710, Sunburst, MT 59482
- Website
- sunburstschools.net
- Phone
- (406) 937-2816
- 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 710, Sunburst, MT 59482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunburst 7 - 8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shelby 7-8 (rated 5.6/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Shelby). Additionally, Cut Bank Middle School (rated 3.0/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Cut Bank). For more schools in Sunburst, see our Sunburst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 25.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunburst High School Sunburst | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunburst Elementary Sunburst | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Big Rose Colony School Shelby | 19.0 mi | — |
| Glacier Elementary School Cut Bank | 14.2 mi | — |
| Horizon Elementary Cut Bank | 18.0 mi | — |
| Shelby 7-8 Shelby | 25.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Shelby High School Shelby | 25.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 25.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Zenith Elementary Cut Bank | 19.4 mi | — |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 25.1 mi | 5.3 |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 25.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 25.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 25.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,250
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
1,002
College Educated
30.3%
Homeownership
68.2%
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
20.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunburst 7 - 8
What grades does Sunburst 7 - 8 serve?
Sunburst 7 - 8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sunburst 7 - 8?
Sunburst 7 - 8 has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunburst 7 - 8?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunburst 7 - 8 is 11.5:1. 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 Sunburst 7 - 8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunburst 7 - 8 has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunburst 7 - 8 a charter school?
No, Sunburst 7 - 8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunburst 7 - 8 a Title I school?
No, Sunburst 7 - 8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunburst 7 - 8?
43.5% of students at Sunburst 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
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Toole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (406) 937-2816
Resources & Links
District
Sunburst K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 159
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,736
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