Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Cascade 6-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Cascade 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Cascade 6-8's student population of 63 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
Cascade 6-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade 6-8 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Cascade 6-8's ranking?
Cascade 6-8 is ranked #29 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Cascade 6-8?
63 students attend Cascade 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cascade 6-8 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade 6-8?
Cascade 6-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cascade 6-8 offer ?
Cascade 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cascade 6-8 part of?
Cascade 6-8 is part of Cascade Elementary School District.
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