Middle Schools in Shelby Elementary

Shelby 7-8 is the sole middle school located within the Shelby Elementary school district in Montana, serving grades 7-8. The school has consistently underperformed compared to the district and state averages in academic proficiency, with lower scores in Mathematics, Reading, and Science. Additionally, Shelby 7-8's ranking among Montana middle schools has steadily declined over the past three years, from 121st out of 190 schools in 2021-2022 to 147th out of 187 schools in 2022-2023, indicating a concerning trend in the school's performance relative to its peers.

Shelby 7-8 has a predominantly White student population, with relatively small percentages of other racial and ethnic groups. This lack of diversity may be an area of concern, as it could suggest a lack of representation and inclusivity within the school community. Furthermore, the school's per-student spending of $11,028 for the 2018-2019 school year is higher than the state average, but this does not appear to be translating into improved academic outcomes for the students, raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources and the effectiveness of the school's spending.

Overall, the data analysis suggests that Shelby 7-8 is an underperforming middle school within the Shelby Elementary district, with declining academic performance and a low ranking compared to other middle schools in Montana. The school's demographic composition and financial allocation may be areas that warrant further investigation to understand the root causes of the school's challenges and identify potential areas for improvement.