CHARLO 7-8

Charlo 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Charlo Elem school district, located in Charlo, MT with about 29 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 2 teachers, Charlo 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Charlo 7-8 is a middle school located in the small, rural community of Charlo, Montana. As part of the Charlo School District, the program serves students in seventh and eighth grades, acting as a transitional bridge between elementary education and the local high school. The school benefits from its location in the heart of the Mission Valley, fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes community values, small class sizes, and personalized attention for students during their early adolescent years.

The school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience while preparing students for the rigors of secondary education. Beyond core curriculum subjects, the school typically integrates the unique culture of the surrounding region, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and extracurricular engagement. By operating within a smaller district, Charlo 7-8 is able to maintain strong partnerships between faculty, parents, and the broader Charlo community, ensuring that students receive the support needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Charlo 7-8 at (406) 644-2206 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.