SWAN RIVER 7-8

Swan River 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Swan River Elem school district, located in Bigfork, MT with about 53 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, Swan River 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Swan River School, located in Bigfork, Montana, serves students in grades 7 through 8. As a rural public school, it emphasizes a close-knit educational environment that focuses on preparing middle-school students for the transition to high school. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth, social responsibility, and personal development within the specific context of the Swan River community.

The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while leveraging the unique advantages of a smaller student body, allowing for more individualized attention from faculty. By maintaining a focus on core academic subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities, Swan River School aims to equip its students with the foundational skills and confidence necessary for success in their future secondary education endeavors.

For more information, contact Swan River 7-8 at (406) 837-4528 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.