Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Washington Middle School 6-8 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 27% (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 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School 6-8's student population of 343 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Washington Middle School 6-8 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 Washington Middle School 6-8 is 0.19, 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
#504 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
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
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School 6-8's ranking?
Washington Middle School 6-8 is ranked #504 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Washington Middle School 6-8?
343 students attend Washington Middle School 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington Middle School 6-8 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School 6-8?
Washington Middle School 6-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School 6-8 offer ?
Washington Middle School 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Middle School 6-8 part of?
Washington Middle School 6-8 is part of Miles City Elementary School District.
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