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Highwood Middle School

Summary:

Highwood Middle School is a small public middle school in Highwood, Montana, serving grades 6-8 with just 22 students as of the 2022-2023 school year. Despite its small size, the school consistently performs well, ranking among the top middle schools in the state. With a low student-teacher ratio and strong academic results, Highwood Middle School stands out in the region.

Highwood Middle School's academic performance is impressive, with 44% of students proficient or better in Mathematics, 68% in Reading, and 70% in Science - outperforming the state averages in all three subjects. This consistent high performance has been maintained over the past few years. The school's low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 5.9 to 7.4 students per teacher, likely contributes to its strong academic outcomes and ability to provide individualized attention. However, the school's student population is predominantly White, with a relatively low percentage of students from other racial and ethnic backgrounds compared to nearby Fort Benton 7-8 and Belt 7-8 schools.

When compared to the nearby Fort Benton Elementary and Belt Elementary districts, Highwood Middle School's academic performance is generally on par or slightly lower, with the nearby schools having higher percentages of students proficient or better in Mathematics, Reading, and Science. However, Highwood Middle School's significantly lower student-teacher ratio sets it apart, potentially contributing to its strong academic results. The school's higher spending per student, at $13,111 for the 2018-2019 school year, may also play a role in its ability to maintain this low ratio and provide additional resources for its students.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 160 West Street South
       Highwood, MT  59450

(406) 733-2081

District: Highwood K-12

SchoolDigger Rank:
16th of 187 Montana Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,751 Help


Students who attend Highwood Middle School usually attend:

High:    Highwood High School

Feeder schools for Highwood Middle School:

Elementary:    Highwood School

Student/teacher ratio:  7.2 Help
Number of students:  22

Racial breakdown:

White:
86.4%
Two or more races:
9.1%
Hispanic:
4.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  24.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Highwood Middle School ranks better than 91.4% of middle schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 86.33. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (86.4%), two or more races (9.1%), Hispanic (4.5%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Highwood Middle School is 7.2. (See more...)
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Compare Highwood Middle School employs 3 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Highwood Middle School is $19,751.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Highwood Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Highwood Middle School 16th of 187 Montana public middle schools. (See Highwood Middle School in the ranking list.)

Highwood K-12:

SchoolDigger ranks Highwood K-12 36th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Highwood Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2015 82.09 14th 156 91.0%
2021 73.88 44th 200 78.0%
2022 82.82 28th 190 85.3%
2023 86.33 16th 187 91.4%
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Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Montana Office of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Highwood Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2014 16 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 17
2015 14 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 15
2016 15 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 16
2017 16 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 20
2018 25 0 0 0 2 0 3 0 30
2019 26 1 0 0 1 0 4 0 32
2020 24 0 0 0 1 0 4 0 29
2021 29 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 30
2022 22 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 24
2023 19 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 22

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Highwood Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2014 17 1.9 8.9 41.2
2015 15 2.0 7.5 40
2016 16 2.0 8.0 56.3
2017 20 2.9 6.6 30
2018 30 3.6 8.1 16.7
2019 32 3.7 8.4 21.9
2020 29 3.3 8.6 24.1
2021 30 4.0 7.4 n/a
2022 24 4.0 5.9 n/a
2023 22 3.0 7.2 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Highwood Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2014 17 1.9 8.9 41.2
2015 15 2.0 7.5 40
2016 16 2.0 8.0 56.3
2017 20 2.9 6.6 30
2018 30 3.6 8.1 16.7
2019 32 3.7 8.4 21.9
2020 29 3.3 8.6 24.1
2021 30 4.0 7.4 n/a
2022 24 4.0 5.9 n/a
2023 22 3.0 7.2 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Highwood Middle School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,111
2021 $13,119
2022 $19,870
2023 $19,751

Data source: Montana Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Highwood Middle School

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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students3222
 31.3%
African American10
 100%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian00
Hispanic01
Pacific Islander00
White2619
 26.9%
Two or More Races42
 50%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highwood Middle School

Students who attend Highwood Middle School usually go on to attend Highwood High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 22 students attended Highwood Middle School.

Yes. Highwood Middle School ranks in the top 8.6% of Montana middle schools.

Students at Highwood Middle School are 86% White, 9% Two or more races, 5% Hispanic.


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