Harlowton K-12

The Harlowton K-12 school district in Montana consists of 3 schools: Hillcrest School (elementary), Hillcrest 7-8 (middle school), and Harlowton High School. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the schools, with the middle school standing out as a top performer in the district and state.

Hillcrest 7-8 Middle School ranks 33 out of 222 Montana middle schools and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In contrast, Hillcrest School has significantly lower proficiency rates in these core subjects compared to the district and state. Harlowton High School performs above the state average in English Language Arts but below in Mathematics and Science.

The data suggests that factors such as the high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients at the elementary and middle schools, as well as the relatively low student-teacher ratios, may be contributing to the performance differences across the district. The Harlowton K-12 district may need to implement targeted interventions and support programs, particularly at the elementary school level, to address the performance gaps and ensure all students are achieving at high levels.