Serving 126 students in grades 6-8, Frank Brattin Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Brattin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frank Brattin Middle School's student population of 126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Frank Brattin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Brattin Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#608 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
38%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Brattin Middle School's ranking?
Frank Brattin Middle School is ranked #608 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Frank Brattin Middle School?
126 students attend Frank Brattin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Frank Brattin Middle School students are White, 38% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Brattin Middle School?
Frank Brattin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frank Brattin Middle School offer ?
Frank Brattin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Brattin Middle School part of?
Frank Brattin Middle School is part of Colstrip Elementary School District.
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