Belfry K-12 Schools

The Belfry K-12 Schools district in Montana consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between the schools, with the Belfry 7-8 Middle School outperforming the other two schools.

The Belfry 7-8 Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 83 out of 222 Montana middle schools and achieving a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The middle school also performed well on math assessments, with 80% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the district and state averages. In contrast, the Belfry School and Belfry High School struggled academically, with proficiency rates below the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

The data also suggests that resource allocation may play a role in the schools' performance. The middle school had the highest per-student spending at $21,120 for the 2018-2019 school year and a lower student-teacher ratio, suggesting more resources dedicated to individual students. The small student populations at these schools (ranging from 6 to 29 students) may present unique challenges in terms of staffing, programming, and access to resources, which could impact their overall performance. Additionally, the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch across all three schools indicates that the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, which can have a significant impact on student learning and achievement.