Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Manhattan 6-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manhattan 6-8's student population of 186 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan 6-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan 6-8 is 0.08, 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
#268 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan 6-8's ranking?
Manhattan 6-8 is ranked #268 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Manhattan 6-8 often compared to?
Manhattan 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Anderson 7-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Manhattan 6-8?
186 students attend Manhattan 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manhattan 6-8 students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan 6-8?
Manhattan 6-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manhattan 6-8 offer ?
Manhattan 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan 6-8 part of?
Manhattan 6-8 is part of Manhattan School District.
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