Limited

Limited Profile

Not enough data to generate a rating

Yellowstone Academy 7-8

Middle School · Yellowstone Academy Elem

1750 Ray of Hope Lane, Billings, MT 59106

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.2:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.2:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Yellowstone Academy 7-8?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Read profile Nearby schools

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

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

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Yellowstone Academy 7-8

Yellowstone Academy 7-8 is a public middle school in Billings, MT, part of Yellowstone Academy Elem. Yellowstone Academy 7-8 serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 2.2:1 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 Yellowstone Academy 7-8 show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 18 students, Yellowstone Academy 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 2.2:1 students to teachers, Yellowstone Academy 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Yellowstone Academy 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: 18 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.2:1
Address: 1750 Ray of Hope Lane, Billings, MT 59106
Phone: (406) 656-2198
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.

Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.

Learn more about our methodology →

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 15.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 16 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

10%

2018

Math

ELA

2019

Math

ELA

2020*

Math

ELA

15%

2021*

Math

ELA

15%

2022

Math

ELA

24.5%

* 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

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

50%

Teaching Staff

2:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Location

1750 Ray of Hope Lane, Billings, MT 59106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yellowstone Academy 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ben Steele Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away). Another option is Canyon Creek 6-8 (rated 6.8/10, 3.5 miles away). Additionally, Laurel Middle School (rated 4.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Laurel). For more schools in Billings, see our Billings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Yellowstone Academy Elem Billings	0.0 mi	32	7.3
YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Billings	0.0 mi	70	8.5
Elder Grove School Billings	1.0 mi	485	3.7
Elder Grove 7-8 Billings	1.0 mi	226	3.7
Ben Steele Middle School Billings	3.7 mi	738	7.3
Canyon Creek School Billings	3.5 mi	148	6.8
Canyon Creek 6-8 Billings	3.5 mi	47	6.8
GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Billings	4.4 mi	100	7.5
SHILOH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Billings	4.3 mi	16	—
Laurel Middle School Laurel	5.2 mi	551	4.1
Fred W Graff School Laurel	5.4 mi	237	6.0
Laurel High School Laurel	5.3 mi	609	4.7
West School Laurel	5.9 mi	264	6.7
Big Sky Elementary Billings	5.2 mi	341	4.6
Arrowhead School Billings	5.8 mi	428	7.5
South School Laurel	6.5 mi	152	6.1
TRAILHEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Billings	5.6 mi	7	—
Will James Middle School Billings	6.0 mi	601	4.0
Boulder School Billings	6.3 mi	508	7.7
Meadowlark School Billings	6.0 mi	707	8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,374

Median Home Value

$483,100

Median Rent

$1,380/mo

Population

20,232

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Ashland 7-8 Ashland, MT	14	—
Augusta 7-8 Augusta, MT	12	—
BIG HORN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hardin, MT	15	—
Bainville 7-8 Bainville, MT	24	—
Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton, MT	16	—
Belfry 7-8 Belfry, MT	13	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yellowstone Academy 7-8

What grades does Yellowstone Academy 7-8 serve?

Yellowstone Academy 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Yellowstone Academy 7-8?

Yellowstone Academy 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy 7-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy 7-8 is 2.2:1. 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 Yellowstone Academy 7-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yellowstone Academy 7-8 has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Yellowstone Academy 7-8 a charter school?

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

Is Yellowstone Academy 7-8 a Title I school?

No, Yellowstone Academy 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yellowstone Academy 7-8?

50.0% of students at Yellowstone Academy 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.