Summary:
The Hot Springs K-12 district in Montana consists of three small schools: Hot Springs School (an elementary school), Hot Springs High School, and Hot Springs 7-8 (a middle school). While the district as a whole is ranked 214 out of 300 districts in Montana and rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, the middle school stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 102 out of 187 Montana middle schools and earning a 2-star rating.
The small school sizes, ranging from 22 to 98 students, suggest a close-knit, community-oriented environment that could foster stronger student-teacher relationships and personalized learning experiences. The racial makeup of the schools is predominantly white, with the elementary and middle schools having a notable percentage of students identifying as two or more races. The high school, on the other hand, has a small percentage of African American and Native American students, indicating a need for targeted support and programs to ensure equity and inclusion.
Interestingly, the district allocates the same spending per student of $13,727 across all three schools, despite the varying performance levels. This consistency in funding may or may not be the most effective approach, and further analysis could shed light on the factors contributing to the differences in school rankings and ratings within the district.
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