FORT BENTON 7-8

Fort Benton 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Fort Benton Elem school district, located in Fort Benton, MT with about 49 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, Fort Benton 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Fort Benton 7-8, located in the historic town of Fort Benton, Montana, serves as a vital educational institution for students in the middle school grades. As part of the Fort Benton Public Schools district, the school provides a focused academic environment designed to support the transition from elementary to high school. By operating within a smaller community setting, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, fostering close relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and the surrounding Fort Benton families.

The school’s curriculum is structured to challenge students through core academic subjects while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that promote personal growth and school spirit. By leveraging its position in Montana’s "Birthplace of the State," the school integrates local history and community values into its broader educational mission. Through its commitment to excellence and student success, Fort Benton 7-8 strives to prepare its youth for the rigors of high school and the responsibilities of adulthood within a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

For more information, contact Fort Benton 7-8 at (406) 622-3213 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.