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Deer Park 6-8

2105 Middle Road
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 46 students in grades 6-8, Deer Park 6-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30% in MT
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Deer Park 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Deer Park 6-8's student population of 46 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
School Mascot
Panthers

School Rankings

Deer Park 6-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park 6-8 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#208 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
30-39%
37%
70-79%
46%
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
87%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deer Park 6-8's ranking?
Deer Park 6-8 is ranked #208 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Deer Park 6-8?
46 students attend Deer Park 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Deer Park 6-8 students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Park 6-8?
Deer Park 6-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deer Park 6-8 offer ?
Deer Park 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Park 6-8 part of?
Deer Park 6-8 is part of Deer Park Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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