DODSON 7-8

Dodson 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Dodson K-12 school district, located in Dodson, MT with about 16 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 3 teachers, Dodson 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Dodson 7-8 is a small public middle school located in the rural community of Dodson, Montana. Part of the Dodson K-12 School District, the school serves a modest student population, reflecting the close-knit and isolated nature of the surrounding Hi-Line region. Because of its small size, the school is able to offer a personalized learning environment where students receive individualized attention from staff, fostering a tight community atmosphere that is typical of rural Montana education.

The school operates with a focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, prioritizing core academic subjects while often integrating local cultural values. As a K-12 district hub, Dodson 7-8 plays a central role in the lives of local families, acting as a focal point for both academic development and community extracurricular engagement. Despite its remote location, the school remains committed to providing essential educational resources to the youth of Phillips County, bridging the gap between primary schooling and the final years of secondary education.

For more information, contact Dodson 7-8 at (406) 383-4362 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.