Serving 42 students in grades 6-8, Fair-mont-egan 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair-mont-egan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fair-mont-egan Middle School's student population of 42 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Fair-mont-egan 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 Fair-mont-egan Middle School is 0.13, 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
#275 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Fair-mont-egan Middle School's ranking?
Fair-mont-egan Middle School is ranked #275 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fair-mont-egan Middle School?
42 students attend Fair-mont-egan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fair-mont-egan Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair-mont-egan Middle School?
Fair-mont-egan Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fair-mont-egan Middle School offer ?
Fair-mont-egan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fair-mont-egan Middle School part of?
Fair-mont-egan Middle School is part of Fair-Mont-Egan Elementary School District.
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