Serving 11 students in grades 6-8, Denton 6-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Denton 6-8's student population of 11 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denton 6-8 is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
6%
Black
9%
1%
White
82%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
How many students attend Denton 6-8?
11 students attend Denton 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Denton 6-8 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton 6-8?
Denton 6-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Denton 6-8 offer ?
Denton 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denton 6-8 part of?
Denton 6-8 is part of Denton Elementary School District.
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