Ryegate K-12 Schools

The Ryegate K-12 Schools district in Montana consists of three schools: Ryegate School (elementary), Ryegate High School, and Ryegate 7-8 (middle school). Unfortunately, the data shows that all three schools are struggling, with low test scores and rankings compared to the state averages.

The test scores across the district are alarmingly low, with Ryegate School having 0% proficiency in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, and Ryegate High School and Ryegate 7-8 also performing well below the state averages. This is reflected in the schools' rankings, with Ryegate School ranked 396 out of 401 Montana elementary schools, Ryegate High School ranked 122 out of 182 high schools, and Ryegate 7-8 ranked 174 out of 222 middle schools.

The data also reveals concerning trends, such as the declining performance of Ryegate High School, which went from a 5-star rating and top 5 ranking in 2007-2008 to a 2-star rating and 122nd ranking in 2024-2025. Additionally, the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch across all three schools suggests that the district serves a predominantly low-income population, which may contribute to the challenges in academic performance. The district's relatively high spending per student ($21,854) compared to the poor academic outcomes raises questions about the effective allocation of resources within the district.