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Sunburst 7 - 8

Summary:

Sunburst 7-8 is a small public middle school in Sunburst, Montana, serving just 17 students in grades 7-8. Despite its small size, this school has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past two years. The school's strong academic performance is evident, with a higher percentage of students proficient or better in Mathematics and Reading compared to the Sunburst K-12 Schools district and the state of Montana.

One of the key factors contributing to Sunburst 7-8's success is its low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 5.7 to 8.5 students per teacher over the past three years. This small class size allows for more individualized attention and support for students, which likely plays a role in the school's exceptional academic results. Additionally, the school's funding per student, at $13,341 in the 2018-2019 school year, is higher than the national average for public schools, providing the resources necessary to support student learning.

While the data does not include information about nearby schools for comparison, Sunburst 7-8's consistently high statewide ranking and 5-star rating suggest that it is an exceptional middle school, offering a high-quality education to its students despite the small size of the school and the community it serves. The school's strong academic performance, low student-teacher ratio, and stable funding source make it a standout option for families in the Sunburst area.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 220 1st St South
       Sunburst, MT  59482

(406) 937-2816

District: Sunburst K-12 Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
18th of 187 Montana Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $23,987 Help


Students who attend Sunburst 7 - 8 usually attend:

High:    Sunburst High School

Feeder schools for Sunburst 7 - 8:

Elementary:    Sunburst Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  7.9 Help
Number of students:  23

Racial breakdown:

White:
91.3%
American Indian:
4.3%
Two or more races:
4.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  43.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Sunburst 7 - 8 ranks better than 90.4% of middle schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 85.54. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (91.3%), American Indian (4.3%), two or more races (4.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 43.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Sunburst 7 - 8 is 7.9. (See more...)
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Compare Sunburst 7 - 8 employs 2.9 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Sunburst 7 - 8 is $23,987.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Sunburst 7 - 8 was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Sunburst 7 - 8 18th of 187 Montana public middle schools. (See Sunburst 7 - 8 in the ranking list.)

Sunburst K-12 Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Sunburst K-12 Schools 56th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Sunburst 7 - 8

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 68.42 49th 171 71.3%
2005 93.73 2nd 164 98.8%
2006 72.09 28th 146 80.8%
2007 74.05 24th 147 83.7%
2008 82.60 9th 149 94.0%
2009 76.20 18th 147 87.8%
2010 83.49 7th 156 95.5%
2011 85.64 4th 161 97.5%
2012 81.68 9th 156 94.2%
2013 48.94 106th 159 33.3%
2021 21.35 172nd 200 14.0%
2022 87.86 18th 190 90.5%
2023 85.54 18th 187 90.4%
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 Sunburst 7 - 8

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 48 0 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 51
1996 48 0 1 0 2 n/a n/a 0 51
1997 46 0 0 0 3 n/a n/a 0 49
1998 48 0 0 1 2 n/a n/a 0 51
1999 41 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 43
2000 45 0 0 1 3 n/a n/a 0 49
2001 42 0 1 0 4 n/a n/a 0 47
2002 40 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 40
2003 40 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 40
2004 36 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 37
2005 30 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
2006 28 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 29
2007 29 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 29
2008 29 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
2009 27 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 29
2010 27 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 28
2011 28 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 30
2012 32 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 34
2013 21 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 22
2014 25 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 26
2015 24 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 25
2016 19 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 20
2017 31 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 34
2018 29 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 31
2019 30 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 32
2020 21 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 24
2021 17 0 0 2 1 0 2 0 22
2022 15 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 19
2023 15 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 17
2024 21 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 23

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 Sunburst 7 - 8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 51 3.1 16.5 17.6
1996 51 3.1 16.5 17.6
1997 49 3.5 14.0 20.4
1998 51 3.4 15.0 15.7
1999 43 3.3 13.0 25.6
2000 49 3.1 15.8 28.6
2001 47 3.1 15.2 14.9
2002 40 3.6 11.1 52.5
2003 40 3.6 11.1 52.5
2004 37 3.0 12.3 40.5
2005 30 3.0 10.0 53.3
2006 29 3.0 9.7 69
2007 29 3.3 8.8 41.4
2008 30 2.9 10.3 50
2009 29 3.0 9.7 41.4
2010 28 3.1 8.9 21.4
2011 30 2.0 15.0 23.3
2012 34 2.9 11.3 20.6
2013 22 2.9 7.3 22.7
2014 26 3.8 6.7 26.9
2015 25 3.0 8.3 24
2016 20 3.0 6.6 25
2017 34 3.1 10.6 23.5
2018 31 2.6 11.9 32.3
2019 32 1.9 16.1 37.5
2020 24 2.3 10.0 37.5
2021 22 2.5 8.5 n/a
2022 19 2.9 6.4 n/a
2023 17 2.9 5.7 n/a
2024 23 2.9 7.9 43.5

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 Sunburst 7 - 8

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 51 3.1 16.5 17.6
1996 51 3.1 16.5 17.6
1997 49 3.5 14.0 20.4
1998 51 3.4 15.0 15.7
1999 43 3.3 13.0 25.6
2000 49 3.1 15.8 28.6
2001 47 3.1 15.2 14.9
2002 40 3.6 11.1 52.5
2003 40 3.6 11.1 52.5
2004 37 3.0 12.3 40.5
2005 30 3.0 10.0 53.3
2006 29 3.0 9.7 69
2007 29 3.3 8.8 41.4
2008 30 2.9 10.3 50
2009 29 3.0 9.7 41.4
2010 28 3.1 8.9 21.4
2011 30 2.0 15.0 23.3
2012 34 2.9 11.3 20.6
2013 22 2.9 7.3 22.7
2014 26 3.8 6.7 26.9
2015 25 3.0 8.3 24
2016 20 3.0 6.6 25
2017 34 3.1 10.6 23.5
2018 31 2.6 11.9 32.3
2019 32 1.9 16.1 37.5
2020 24 2.3 10.0 37.5
2021 22 2.5 8.5 n/a
2022 19 2.9 6.4 n/a
2023 17 2.9 5.7 n/a
2024 23 2.9 7.9 43.5

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 Sunburst 7 - 8

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,341
2021 $19,548
2022 $21,484
2023 $23,986

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Sunburst 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 Students3217
 46.9%
African American00
American Indian20
 100%
Asian01
Hispanic00
Pacific Islander00
White3015
 50%
Two or More Races01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunburst 7 - 8

Yes. Sunburst 7 - 8 ranks in the top 9.6% of Montana middle schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 23 students attended Sunburst 7 - 8.

Students who attend Sunburst 7 - 8 usually go on to attend Sunburst High School

Students at Sunburst 7 - 8 are 91% White, 4% American Indian, 4% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Montana Office of Public Instruction.

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