Summary:
The 59868 zip code in Montana is home to a single middle school, Seeley Lake 7-8, which serves grades 7-8 and has a total enrollment of 37 students. The school is part of the Seeley Lake Elementary school district, which is ranked 295 out of 387 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Seeley Lake 7-8's academic performance is mixed compared to state averages, with proficiency rates of 40.54% in ELA, 31.58% in Math, and 17.65% in Science, all below the respective state averages. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the past few years, ranging from 56th out of 123 middle schools in 2023-2024 to 145th out of 222 in 2024-2025. Despite these challenges, the school benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 11.8 and higher-than-average per-student spending of $11,599.
The data suggests that Seeley Lake 7-8 faces significant economic challenges, with a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a student population with significant economic hardships. While the school's performance is below state averages, the low student-teacher ratio and higher spending per student could be potential advantages in providing more individualized attention and support for students. However, the school's fluctuating statewide ranking makes it difficult to draw firm conclusions about its overall quality and effectiveness.
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