Fortine Elementary

The Fortine Elementary district in Montana consists of two schools: Fortine School, an elementary school, and Fortine 7-8, a middle school. While the elementary school has a relatively diverse student population, the middle school is entirely white, suggesting a lack of racial diversity in the upper grades. The middle school, Fortine 7-8, has a significantly lower student-teacher ratio of 6.9 compared to the elementary school's 11.3, potentially providing a more personalized learning environment for its students.

Academically, the schools have shown mixed performance. Fortine 7-8 is ranked 94 out of 187 Montana middle schools, with a 3-star rating, and has improved its ranking from the previous year. In contrast, Fortine School has seen a slight decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 232 in 2021-2022 to 237 in 2022-2023, with a 1-star rating. This suggests the need for further investigation into the factors contributing to the elementary school's ranking decline and potential areas for improvement.

Overall, the Fortine Elementary district presents a mixed picture, with the middle school showing stronger academic performance and a more personalized learning environment, while the elementary school faces challenges in maintaining its statewide ranking and addressing the lack of racial diversity in the upper grades. Further analysis of factors such as free and reduced lunch rates could provide additional insights to help the district address these issues and improve educational outcomes for all students.