Middle Schools in Ashland Elementary

The Ashland 7-8 middle school is the sole middle school serving the Ashland Elementary school district in Montana. With only 13 students enrolled, the school faces significant challenges in providing a well-rounded educational experience.

Ashland 7-8 is a struggling school, with 0% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, far below the state averages. The school's statewide ranking has declined from 166th out of 187 schools in 2022-2023 to 215th out of 222 schools in 2024-2025, indicating a consistent pattern of low performance. Despite the high spending of $23,530 per student, the school's academic outcomes remain poor, suggesting that simply allocating more resources may not be the sole solution to improving student achievement.

The school's high rate of free and reduced-price lunch recipients (100%) suggests that the student population faces significant socioeconomic challenges, which may contribute to the low academic performance. Additionally, the small enrollment of 13 students presents unique challenges in terms of staffing, programming, and providing a well-rounded educational experience. Overall, the data indicates that Ashland 7-8 is a struggling middle school that requires targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes.