Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, Lockwood 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 19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lockwood Middle School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Legendary Education, Lasting Foundation, Limitless Future!
School Rankings
Lockwood 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 Lockwood Middle School is 0.47, 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
#607 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
71%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Lockwood Middle School's ranking?
Lockwood Middle School is ranked #607 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lockwood Middle School often compared to?
Lockwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will James Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lockwood Middle School?
401 students attend Lockwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lockwood Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockwood Middle School?
Lockwood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lockwood Middle School offer ?
Lockwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockwood Middle School part of?
Lockwood Middle School is part of Lockwood K-12 School District.
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