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Sheridan 7-8

Q: Is Sheridan 7-8 a good school?

Sheridan 7-8 ranks 76 th of 222 Montana middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 7-8

76^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 222 Montana Middle Schools

Better than 66% of Montana middle schools

Summary

Sheridan 7-8 is a public middle school in Sheridan, Montana, serving grades 7-8 with a total enrollment of 40 students. This high-performing school is part of the Sheridan Elementary District, which is ranked 88 out of 387 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Sheridan 7-8 consistently outperforms the state average on academic measures, with a higher percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. The school has a strong statewide ranking, placing in the top 30 middle schools in Montana for several years, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. Additionally, Sheridan 7-8 has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to the state average, indicating a relatively higher socioeconomic status of the student population.

While Sheridan 7-8 has generally performed well, its statewide ranking and star rating have fluctuated over the years, suggesting the school may be facing some challenges. The closest comparable school is Twin Bridges Middle School, located about 9 miles away, which has also performed well on state assessments but still lags behind Sheridan 7-8 in several key metrics. Overall, Sheridan 7-8 is a high-performing middle school that provides a quality education to its students, but the school's leadership may need to address any underlying issues to ensure its continued success.

Students ?

13.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$13,005

Per pupil spending ?

27.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

107 Madison Street
Sheridan, MT 59749

(406) 842-5302

District: Sheridan Elementary

Students who attend Sheridan 7-8 usually attend:

High:

Sheridan High School

Feeder schools for Sheridan 7-8:

Elementary:

Sheridan Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

White:

92.5%

Hispanic:

5.0%

Two or more races:

2.5%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 39th percentile in 2022 → 66th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Montana average (46% vs 40% meeting standards)

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 66th (2025) from a 39th-percentile low (2022)

✓Above the Montana median (66th percentile)

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school46%

District avg53%

Montana avg40%

76^th of 222

Montana public middle schools ?

Top 34%▲ up 15 pts since 2015

From top 49% (2015) to top 34% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

88^th of 387Sheridan Elementary among Montana districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Montana percentile	Rating
2025	61.0	76 of 222	65.8%	★★★☆☆
2024	71.7	31 of 123	74.8%	★★★★☆
2023	79.3	29 of 187	84.5%	★★★★☆
2022	47.0	115 of 190	39.5%	★★☆☆☆
2021	45.8	116 of 200	42.0%	★★☆☆☆
2016	68.6	18 of 81	77.8%	★★★★☆
2015	45.8	77 of 156	50.6%	★★★☆☆
2011	83.0	9 of 161	94.4%	★★★★★
2010	81.0	10 of 156	93.6%	★★★★★
2009	72.3	26 of 147	82.3%	★★★★☆
2008	43.1	109 of 149	26.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2007	59.3	58 of 147	60.5%	★★★☆☆
2006	57.9	62 of 146	57.5%	★★★☆☆
2005	68.8	44 of 164	73.2%	★★★★☆
2004	60.1	76 of 171	55.6%	★★★☆☆

By subject vs Montana (2024-2025) ?

Science62%+23 vs state

English Language Arts57%+14 vs state

Mathematics30%-7 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				MAST English Language Arts (2025)	MAST Mathematics (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MAST English Language Arts All Grades	MAST Mathematics All Grades	Total
Sheridan 7-8	Public	7-8	107 Madison Street	Sheridan	59749	Madison County	Sheridan Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 842-5302	40	3	13.5	27.5%	37 (92.5%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (5.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.5%)	61	76^th of 222 public middle schools	65.8%		71.7	31^st of 123 public middle schools	74.8%	45	56.8	29.7	$13,005
Twin Bridges Middle School	Public	5-8	216 West 6th St	Twin Bridges	59754	Madison County	Twin Bridges K-12 Schools	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 684-5613	73	6	13.1	37.0%	66 (90.4%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (5.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.7%)	76.4	27^th of 222 public middle schools	87.8%		58.1	50^th of 123 public middle schools	59.3%	23	52.6	56.6	$12,494

Frequently Asked Questions about Sheridan 7-8

How many students attend Sheridan 7-8?

In the 2024-25 school year, 40 students attended Sheridan 7-8.

Is Sheridan 7-8 a good school?

Sheridan 7-8 ranks 76^th of 222 Montana middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Sheridan 7-8?

Students at Sheridan 7-8 are 93% White, 5% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races.

What high school do graduates of Sheridan 7-8 attend?

Students who attend Sheridan 7-8 usually go on to attend Sheridan High School

What district is Sheridan 7-8 in?

Sheridan Elementary

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