Serving 239 students in grades 5-8, Lolo Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lolo Middle School's student population of 239 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lolo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lolo Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lolo Middle School's ranking?
Lolo Middle School is ranked #450 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lolo Middle School?
239 students attend Lolo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lolo Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lolo Middle School?
Lolo Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lolo Middle School offer ?
Lolo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lolo Middle School part of?
Lolo Middle School is part of Lolo Elementary School District.
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