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Hobson 6-8

Summary:

Hobson 6-8 is a small public middle school in Hobson, Montana, serving grades 6-8 with a student population of just 28 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school has a predominantly White student body, with 89.29% of students identifying as White.

Hobson 6-8's academic performance has been mixed, with the school's statewide ranking fluctuating from a high of 30th out of 200 middle schools in Montana in 2020-2021 to a low of 125th out of 187 in 2022-2023. In the current school year, the school has 28.57% of students proficient or better in Mathematics, 50% in Reading, and 20% in Science, generally performing below the Stanford K-12 Schools district and the state of Montana. However, Hobson 6-8 has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 5.3 to 7.9 students per teacher over the past three years, which may contribute to a more personalized learning environment.

Compared to nearby middle schools like Stanford 7-8 and Moore 6-8, Hobson 6-8 generally performs below these schools in academic proficiency, particularly in Mathematics and Reading. However, Hobson 6-8's spending per student of $13,373 in the 2018-2019 school year was higher than the nearby Stanford 7-8 ($10,560) and Moore 6-8 ($16,301) schools. Exploring the reasons behind Hobson 6-8's fluctuating performance and identifying best practices from higher-performing nearby schools could provide valuable insights to enhance the educational experience for the students.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 108 6th Street E
       Hobson, MT  59452

(406) 423-5483

District: Hobson K-12 Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
125th of 187 Montana Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $15,683 Help


Students who attend Hobson 6-8 usually attend:

High:    Hobson High School

Feeder schools for Hobson 6-8:

Elementary:    Hobson School

Student/teacher ratio:  6.8 Help
Number of students:  30

Racial breakdown:

White:
86.7%
African American:
3.3%
Hispanic:
3.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  40% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Hobson 6-8 ranks worse than 66.8% of middle schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 38.6. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (86.7%), American Indian (3.3%), African American (3.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 40% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hobson 6-8 is 6.8. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hobson 6-8 is $15,683.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Hobson 6-8 was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Hobson 6-8 125th of 187 Montana public middle schools. (See Hobson 6-8 in the ranking list.)

Hobson K-12 Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Hobson K-12 Schools 114th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hobson 6-8

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 38.82 125th 164 23.8%
2006 76.82 17th 146 88.4%
2015 60.80 39th 156 75.0%
2021 79.79 30th 200 85.0%
2022 58.51 80th 190 57.9%
2023 38.60 125th 187 33.2%
See the entire list of Montana Middle School Rankings!

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 Hobson 6-8

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1994 28 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 28
1995 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
1996 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
1997 30 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
1998 26 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 26
1999 25 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 25
2000 24 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 24
2001 20 0 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 22
2002 23 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 23
2003 23 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 23
2004 21 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 21
2005 27 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 28
2006 27 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 27
2007 18 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
2008 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
2009 17 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 17
2010 16 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 17
2011 18 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 19
2012 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13
2013 9 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 10
2014 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20
2015 23 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 24
2016 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 21
2017 22 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 23
2018 10 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 13
2019 19 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 21
2020 30 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 33
2021 28 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 30
2022 23 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 24
2023 25 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 28
2024 26 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 30

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 Hobson 6-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1994 28 1.8 15.6 28.6
1995 19 3.1 6.1 26.3
1996 19 3.1 6.1 26.3
1997 30 3.3 9.1 16.7
1998 26 3.1 8.4 19.2
1999 25 2.9 8.6 20
2000 24 3.1 7.7 25
2001 22 2.8 7.9 36.4
2002 23 2.1 11.0 52.2
2003 23 2.1 11.0 52.2
2004 21 1.9 11.1 66.7
2005 28 2.1 13.3 57.1
2006 27 2.1 12.9 37
2007 19 1.9 10.0 15.8
2008 19 2.0 9.5 31.6
2009 17 2.0 8.5 35.3
2010 17 2.0 8.5 29.4
2011 19 2.0 9.5 26.3
2012 13 1.9 6.7 46.2
2013 10 1.6 6.0 30
2014 20 1.0 20.0 45
2015 24 1.0 24.0 45.8
2016 21 4.0 5.2 38.1
2017 23 3.3 6.9 21.7
2018 13 3.3 3.9 0
2019 21 3.3 6.3 42.9
2020 33 3.4 9.6 33.3
2021 30 3.7 7.9 n/a
2022 24 4.4 5.3 n/a
2023 28 4.2 6.5 n/a
2024 30 4.3 6.8 40

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 Hobson 6-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1994 28 1.8 15.6 28.6
1995 19 3.1 6.1 26.3
1996 19 3.1 6.1 26.3
1997 30 3.3 9.1 16.7
1998 26 3.1 8.4 19.2
1999 25 2.9 8.6 20
2000 24 3.1 7.7 25
2001 22 2.8 7.9 36.4
2002 23 2.1 11.0 52.2
2003 23 2.1 11.0 52.2
2004 21 1.9 11.1 66.7
2005 28 2.1 13.3 57.1
2006 27 2.1 12.9 37
2007 19 1.9 10.0 15.8
2008 19 2.0 9.5 31.6
2009 17 2.0 8.5 35.3
2010 17 2.0 8.5 29.4
2011 19 2.0 9.5 26.3
2012 13 1.9 6.7 46.2
2013 10 1.6 6.0 30
2014 20 1.0 20.0 45
2015 24 1.0 24.0 45.8
2016 21 4.0 5.2 38.1
2017 23 3.3 6.9 21.7
2018 13 3.3 3.9 0
2019 21 3.3 6.3 42.9
2020 33 3.4 9.6 33.3
2021 30 3.7 7.9 n/a
2022 24 4.4 5.3 n/a
2023 28 4.2 6.5 n/a
2024 30 4.3 6.8 40

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 Hobson 6-8

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,373
2021 $17,694
2022 $19,572
2023 $15,683

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Hobson 6-8

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students2128
 33.3%
African American11
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic12
 100%
Pacific Islander00
White1925
 31.6%
Two or More Races00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hobson 6-8

Hobson 6-8 ranks 125th of 187 Montana middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 30 students attended Hobson 6-8.

Students at Hobson 6-8 are 87% White, 3% African American, 3% Hispanic, 3% American Indian, 3% Two or more races.

Students who attend Hobson 6-8 usually go on to attend Hobson High School


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