BOX ELDER 7-8

Box Elder 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Box Elder Elem school district, located in Box Elder, MT with about 57 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Box Elder 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Box Elder 7-8 is a public middle school located in Box Elder, Montana, serving students in grades seven and eight. As part of the Box Elder Public Schools district, the school operates within a small, rural community setting that is deeply integrated with the nearby Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation. The school plays a central role in the local educational landscape, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to prepare students for the transition into high school.

Because of its location, Box Elder 7-8 emphasizes the importance of community and cultural connection within its student body. The school environment is characterized by its small size, which allows for closer relationships between teachers and students. Like many schools in the region, the district works to balance state-mandated academic standards with the specific needs and heritage of the local population, striving to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Box Elder 7-8 at (406) 352-4195 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.