Serving 773 students in grades 7-8, East Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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East Middle School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
We, a unified, committed educational community, will provide a safe and respectful environment where students are accountable and responsible for 21st Century learning.
East Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Middle School is 0.51, which is more 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
#450 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
68%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #450 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
773 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of East Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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