Serving 129 students in grades 7-8, Target Range 7-8 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Target Range 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Target Range 7-8's student population of 129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
129 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Target Range 7-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Target Range 7-8 is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1

American Indian
2%
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
3%
6%

Black
2%
1%

White
87%
77%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Target Range 7-8's ranking?
Target Range 7-8 is ranked #56 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Target Range 7-8 often compared to?
Target Range 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Target Range 7-8?
129 students attend Target Range 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Target Range 7-8 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Target Range 7-8?
Target Range 7-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Target Range 7-8 offer ?
Target Range 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Target Range 7-8 part of?
Target Range 7-8 is part of Target Range Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 7/31/2008
I think that this school has very good education for students and i highly recommend it for others.
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