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Pryor 7-8

Summary:

Pryor 7-8 is a small middle school in Pryor, MT, serving just 24 students in grades 7-8. As part of the Pryor Elementary District, which is ranked 291 out of 300 districts in Montana, Pryor 7-8 has consistently struggled academically, ranking in the bottom 10-20% of Montana middle schools over the past decade.

The school's performance on state assessments is significantly below the state average, with 0% proficiency in mathematics and only 9.52% proficiency in reading in the most recent school year. This can be attributed to the high poverty levels and small school size, which contribute to a relatively high student-teacher ratio that can make it difficult for teachers to provide individualized attention and support. In contrast, the nearby Fromberg Middle School serves a more diverse student population and outperforms Pryor 7-8 on state assessments, with 19.05% proficiency in mathematics and 23.81% proficiency in reading.

The persistent challenges faced by Pryor 7-8 highlight the need for targeted support and resources to address the specific needs of the school and its student population. Strategies that may be effective in other schools may not be as impactful in this context, underscoring the importance of tailored interventions to improve student outcomes and provide a high-quality education for the community.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 1 High School Lane
       Pryor, MT  59066

(406) 259-7329

District: Pryor Elementary

SchoolDigger Rank:
182nd of 187 Montana Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $25,409 Help


Students who attend Pryor 7-8 usually attend:

High:    Plenty Coups High School

Feeder schools for Pryor 7-8:

Elementary:    Arrow Creek Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  6.5 Help
Number of students:  24

Racial breakdown:

American Indian:
100.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  100% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Pryor 7-8 ranks worse than 97.3% of middle schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 2.44. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: American Indian (100%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Pryor 7-8 is 6.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pryor 7-8 is $25,409.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Pryor 7-8 was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Pryor 7-8 182nd of 187 Montana public middle schools. (See Pryor 7-8 in the ranking list.)

Pryor Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Pryor Elementary 291st of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Pryor 7-8

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 2.65 162nd 171 5.3%
2005 0.39 160th 164 2.4%
2008 0.14 147th 149 1.3%
2011 0.29 158th 161 1.9%
2015 4.69 148th 156 5.1%
2022 1.78 189th 190 0.5%
2023 2.44 182nd 187 2.7%
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Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Enrollment information for Pryor 7-8

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 1 0 0 14 n/a n/a 0 15
1992 0 0 0 0 5 n/a n/a 0 5
1993 0 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 13
1994 0 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 13
1995 0 0 0 0 15 n/a n/a 0 15
1996 0 0 0 0 15 n/a n/a 0 15
1997 0 0 0 0 18 n/a n/a 0 18
1998 0 0 0 0 14 n/a n/a 0 14
1999 0 0 0 0 11 n/a n/a 0 11
2000 0 0 0 0 7 n/a n/a 0 7
2001 1 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 14
2002 0 0 0 0 18 n/a n/a 0 18
2003 0 0 0 0 18 n/a n/a 0 18
2004 0 0 0 0 24 n/a n/a 0 24
2005 0 0 0 0 20 n/a n/a 0 20
2006 0 0 0 0 17 n/a n/a 0 17
2007 0 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 13
2008 0 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 13
2009 0 0 0 0 14 n/a n/a 0 14
2010 0 0 0 0 13 n/a n/a 0 13
2011 0 0 0 0 19 0 0 0 19
2012 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 15
2013 0 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 15
2014 0 0 0 0 14 0 0 0 14
2015 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 12
2016 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 0 11
2017 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 9
2018 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 10
2019 0 0 0 0 21 0 0 0 21
2020 0 0 0 1 23 0 0 0 24
2021 0 0 0 0 24 0 0 0 24
2022 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 12
2023 0 0 0 0 24 0 0 0 24

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 Pryor 7-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 15 2.6 5.7 93.3
1992 5 1.3 3.8 80
1993 13 2.1 6.2 92.3
1994 13 2.1 6.2 53.8
1995 15 2.5 6.0 53.3
1996 15 2.5 6.0 53.3
1997 18 2.9 6.2 94.4
1998 14 2.3 6.1 85.7
1999 11 1.8 6.1 54.5
2000 7 1.4 5.0 57.1
2001 14 1.4 10.0 n/a
2002 18 1.6 11.3 0
2003 18 1.6 11.3 0
2004 24 2.1 11.4 87.5
2005 20 1.6 12.5 85
2006 17 1.1 15.5 82.4
2007 13 1.0 13.0 69.2
2008 13 1.8 7.2 76.9
2009 14 2.5 5.6 78.6
2010 13 1.2 10.4 76.9
2011 19 0.8 22.8 84.2
2012 15 2.1 6.9 80
2013 15 1.6 9.0 80
2014 14 2.2 6.2 78.6
2015 12 2.0 6.0 100
2016 11 2.0 5.5 100
2017 9 1.5 5.9 100
2018 10 1.4 6.9 100
2019 21 2.3 9.1 100
2020 24 2.2 10.6 100
2021 24 2.2 10.6 n/a
2022 12 2.4 4.9 n/a
2023 24 3.6 6.5 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 Pryor 7-8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 15 2.6 5.7 93.3
1992 5 1.3 3.8 80
1993 13 2.1 6.2 92.3
1994 13 2.1 6.2 53.8
1995 15 2.5 6.0 53.3
1996 15 2.5 6.0 53.3
1997 18 2.9 6.2 94.4
1998 14 2.3 6.1 85.7
1999 11 1.8 6.1 54.5
2000 7 1.4 5.0 57.1
2001 14 1.4 10.0 n/a
2002 18 1.6 11.3 0
2003 18 1.6 11.3 0
2004 24 2.1 11.4 87.5
2005 20 1.6 12.5 85
2006 17 1.1 15.5 82.4
2007 13 1.0 13.0 69.2
2008 13 1.8 7.2 76.9
2009 14 2.5 5.6 78.6
2010 13 1.2 10.4 76.9
2011 19 0.8 22.8 84.2
2012 15 2.1 6.9 80
2013 15 1.6 9.0 80
2014 14 2.2 6.2 78.6
2015 12 2.0 6.0 100
2016 11 2.0 5.5 100
2017 9 1.5 5.9 100
2018 10 1.4 6.9 100
2019 21 2.3 9.1 100
2020 24 2.2 10.6 100
2021 24 2.2 10.6 n/a
2022 12 2.4 4.9 n/a
2023 24 3.6 6.5 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 Pryor 7-8

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $24,270
2021 $24,542
2022 $28,407
2023 $25,409

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Pryor 7-8

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 Students2124
 14.3%
African American00
American Indian2124
 14.3%
Asian00
Hispanic00
Pacific Islander00
White00
Two or More Races00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pryor 7-8

Pryor 7-8 ranks in the bottom 2.7% of Montana middle schools.

Students who attend Pryor 7-8 usually go on to attend Plenty Coups High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 24 students attended Pryor 7-8.

Students at Pryor 7-8 are 100% American Indian.


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