Very Good
#184 of 603 schools in MT
Top 30% in state
Whitefish Middle 5-8
Middle School · Whitefish Elem
600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#184 of 603
In Whitefish
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Whitefish Elem
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Whitefish Middle 5-8
Middle School in Whitefish · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whitefish Middle 5-8
Whitefish Middle 5-8 is a public middle school in Whitefish, MT, part of Whitefish Elem. Whitefish Middle 5-8 serves approximately 661 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitefish Middle 5-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Whitefish Middle 5-8 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MT avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Whitefish Middle 5-8 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
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Whitefish Middle 5-8 — Students at Whitefish Middle 5-8 score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 8.0/10.
How Whitefish Middle 5-8 Compares
See how Whitefish Middle 5-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 East Second Street, Whitefish, MT 59937
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitefish Middle 5-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kalispell Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Kalispell), with a very similar rating. Another option is West Valley Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Kalispell), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Columbia Falls Jr HS (rated 6.9/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whitefish, see our Whitefish schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitefish High School Whitefish | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WHITEFISH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Whitefish | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| L A Muldown School Whitefish | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Bissell School Whitefish | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Bissell 7-8 Whitefish | 6.4 mi | — |
| Columbia Falls Jr HS Columbia Falls | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Ruder Elementary Columbia Falls | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Columbia Falls High Schl Columbia Falls | 7.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Glacier Gateway Elem Columbia Falls | 7.2 mi | 5.1 |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalispell | 10.8 mi | — |
| Glacier High School Kalispell | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Helena Flats School Kalispell | 11.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Helena Flats 7-8 Kalispell | 11.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Edgerton School Kalispell | 12.7 mi | 8.0 |
| West Valley School Kalispell | 12.5 mi | 7.6 |
| West Valley Middle School Kalispell | 12.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Kalispell Middle School Kalispell | 13.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Evergreen Junior High Kalispell | 13.2 mi | 6.3 |
| East Evergreen School Kalispell | 13.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Deer Park School Columbia Falls | 11.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59937 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,512
Median Home Value
$654,800
Median Rent
$1,335/mo
Population
14,653
College Educated
50.9%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman, MT | 7.5 |
| North Middle School Great Falls, MT | 7.5 |
| Ben Steele Middle School Billings, MT | 7.3 |
| Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman, MT | 7.6 |
| Columbia Falls Jr HS Columbia Falls, MT | 6.9 |
| Washington Middle School Missoula, MT | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitefish Middle 5-8
What grades does Whitefish Middle 5-8 serve?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Whitefish Middle 5-8?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 has an enrollment of approximately 661 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitefish Middle 5-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitefish Middle 5-8 is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitefish Middle 5-8 rank in MT?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks #184 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Whitefish Middle 5-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Whitefish Middle 5-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitefish Middle 5-8 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitefish Middle 5-8 a charter school?
No, Whitefish Middle 5-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitefish Middle 5-8 a Title I school?
No, Whitefish Middle 5-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitefish Middle 5-8?
27.8% of students at Whitefish Middle 5-8 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 661
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Flathead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (406) 862-8650
Resources & Links
District
Whitefish Elem- District Enrollment
- 1,333
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,488
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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