Summary:
The 59474 zip code in Montana is home to a single middle school, Shelby 6-8, which serves grades 6-8. As part of the Shelby Elementary District, Shelby 6-8 has seen its statewide ranking decline in recent years, now sitting at 179 out of 222 middle schools in the state.
Academically, Shelby 6-8 struggles, with student proficiency rates well below the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In 2024-2025, only 36.54% of students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 43.09% statewide, while in Mathematics, just 12.62% of Shelby 6-8 students were proficient versus 36.77% across Montana. The school's science proficiency rate of 12.12% is also significantly lower than the state average of 38.16%. With a high percentage of students (59.63%) qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Shelby 6-8 serves a predominantly low-income population, which can present additional challenges in supporting student success.
Despite a slightly lower student-teacher ratio of 12.9 compared to the state average, Shelby 6-8's academic performance remains a concern. Addressing the gaps in core subject areas and finding ways to better support the needs of the school's low-income student population should be priorities for the school and district leadership. Improving the quality of education at Shelby 6-8 is crucial for ensuring students in the 59474 zip code are set up for success in high school and beyond.
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