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Trout Creek 7-8

Middle School · Trout Creek Elem

4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874

Enrollment

7

Student-Teacher

7:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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Middle School in Trout Creek · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Trout Creek 7-8

Trout Creek 7-8 is a public middle school in Trout Creek, MT, part of Trout Creek Elem. Trout Creek 7-8 serves approximately 7 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7:1 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 Trout Creek 7-8 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 7 students, Trout Creek 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 7:1 students to teachers, Trout Creek 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Trout Creek 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
7 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Address
4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874
Phone
(406) 827-3629
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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.

Location

4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trout Creek 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 29.4 miles away, in nearby Wallace). Another option is Thompson Falls High Schl (rated 7.7/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Thompson Falls). Additionally, MULLAN SCHOOLS (rated 7.6/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby Mullan). For more schools in Trout Creek, see our Trout Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

13 within 29.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Trout Creek School Trout Creek 0.0 mi
TROUT CREEK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Trout Creek 7.8 mi
Noxon School Noxon 13.5 mi 4.4
Noxon 7-8 Noxon 13.5 mi
Noxon High School Noxon 13.5 mi 6.9
BUILDING BRIDGES ACADEMY Thompson Falls 15.3 mi
BUILDING BRIDGES ACADEMY Thompson Falls 15.3 mi
Thompson Falls Elem Schl Thompson Falls 20.4 mi 6.3
Thompson Falls 7-8 Thompson Falls 20.5 mi 6.8
Thompson Falls High Schl Thompson Falls 21.1 mi 7.7
MULLAN SCHOOLS Mullan 27.1 mi 7.6
WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Wallace 29.4 mi 7.9
SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn 29.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,978

Median Home Value

$481,800

Median Rent

$682/mo

Population

2,064

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

89.1%

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

54.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trout Creek 7-8

What grades does Trout Creek 7-8 serve?

Trout Creek 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Trout Creek 7-8?

Trout Creek 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trout Creek 7-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Trout Creek 7-8 is 7:1. 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 Trout Creek 7-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trout Creek 7-8 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Trout Creek 7-8 a charter school?

No, Trout Creek 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Trout Creek 7-8 a Title I school?

No, Trout Creek 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Sanders County

District

Trout Creek Elem
District Enrollment
31
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,045

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