Serving 73 students in grades 7-8, Ennis 7-8 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ennis 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ennis 7-8's student population of 73 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ennis 7-8 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 Ennis 7-8 is 0.22, 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
#290 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ennis 7-8's ranking?
Ennis 7-8 is ranked #290 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?
30-34% 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 Ennis 7-8?
73 students attend Ennis 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ennis 7-8 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ennis 7-8?
Ennis 7-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ennis 7-8 offer ?
Ennis 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ennis 7-8 part of?
Ennis 7-8 is part of Ennis K-12 Schools.
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