Serving 980 students in grades 5-8, Belgrade Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belgrade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belgrade Middle School's student population of 980 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Belgrade Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belgrade Middle School is 0.28, 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
#291 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belgrade Middle School's ranking?
Belgrade Middle School is ranked #291 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Belgrade Middle School often compared to?
Belgrade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Belgrade Middle School?
980 students attend Belgrade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Belgrade Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belgrade Middle School?
Belgrade Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belgrade Middle School offer ?
Belgrade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belgrade Middle School part of?
Belgrade Middle School is part of Belgrade Elementary School District.
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