Savage 6-8

Savage 6-8 is a public middle school located in Savage, Montana, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 29 students. The school is part of the Savage Elementary School District, which is ranked 143 out of 387 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Savage 6-8 consistently outperforms the state average in academic proficiency across various subjects, with 55.56% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 18.52% in Mathematics, and 77.78% in Science, compared to the state averages of 43.09%, 36.77%, and 38.16%, respectively. The school's small class sizes, with a student-teacher ratio ranging from 10.8 to 13.7, likely contribute to its strong academic performance. In contrast, the nearby Sidney Middle School has a higher student-teacher ratio of 14.1 and lower proficiency rates in these subjects.

While Savage 6-8 has a history of strong performance, its statewide ranking has fluctuated significantly over the years, from a high of 12th out of 161 middle schools in 2010-2011 to a low of 141st out of 164 in 2004-2005. This suggests the school's performance may be sensitive to changes in factors such as student demographics, staffing, or curriculum. Additionally, the school's small size may present unique challenges in terms of staffing, extracurricular offerings, and access to specialized resources, which could impact its long-term sustainability.