Serving 661 students in grades 5-8, Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitefish Middle 5-8's student population of 661 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
P.R.I.D.E Personal Responsibility Is a Daily Expectation
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Whitefish Middle 5-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitefish Middle 5-8 is 0.17, 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
#51 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitefish Middle 5-8's ranking?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 is ranked #51 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Whitefish Middle 5-8 often compared to?
Whitefish Middle 5-8is often viewed alongside schools like Kalispell Middle School, Columbia Falls Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Whitefish Middle 5-8?
661 students attend Whitefish Middle 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Whitefish Middle 5-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitefish Middle 5-8?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitefish Middle 5-8 offer ?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitefish Middle 5-8 part of?
Whitefish Middle 5-8 is part of Whitefish Elementary School District.
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