Middle Schools in Ulm Elementary

Ulm Elementary district in Montana has only one middle school, Ulm Junior High, which stands out as a high-performing institution despite its small size. While the Ulm Elementary school itself is ranked 139th out of 300 elementary schools in the state, Ulm Junior High consistently ranks among the top 26% of middle schools in Montana, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Ulm Junior High's small student body of just 15 students is predominantly white (86.67%), with a smaller Hispanic population (13.33%). However, these students significantly outperform the state average in both math (81.25% proficient vs. 36.59%) and reading (50% proficient vs. 46.03%), and they also outperform their Ulm Elementary counterparts. The school's high spending per student ($9,442) and exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5:1 likely contribute to its strong academic outcomes.

While Ulm Junior High's success is noteworthy, the school's racial makeup and small size raise questions about equity and accessibility within the broader Ulm Elementary district. Further investigation into the factors behind Ulm Junior High's high performance could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the region.