Hysham is a town in and the county seat of Treasure County, Montana, United States. The population was 276 at the 2020 census.
Serving 12 students in grades 7-8, Hysham 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hysham 7-8's student population of 12 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Hysham 51爆料s believe that learning needs to be student-centered and highly challenging.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hysham 7-8 is 0.15, 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)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
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
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hysham K-12 Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hysham 7-8 often compared to?
Hysham 7-8is often viewed alongside schools like Hysham High School, Hysham School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Hysham 7-8?
12 students attend Hysham 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hysham 7-8 students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hysham 7-8?
Hysham 7-8 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hysham 7-8 offer ?
Hysham 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hysham 7-8 part of?
Hysham 7-8 is part of Hysham K-12 Schools.
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