Chief Joseph Middle School

School Overview
Chief Joseph Middle School, located in the growing community of Bozeman, Montana, is a key component of the Bozeman School District 7. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The middle school years are treated as a critical bridge between elementary education and high school, with the faculty emphasizing student engagement, collaborative learning, and the cultivation of personal responsibility within a supportive school culture.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of secondary education by offering a diverse array of core subjects supplemented by elective programs, athletics, and extracurricular clubs. By leveraging its location in a vibrant academic community, Chief Joseph Middle School encourages students to participate actively in their own learning process. Prospective parents and students can find detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and staff directories on their official district website, reflecting a commitment to transparent communication and strong school-to-home partnerships.
752
Total Students
52.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chief Joseph Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White648
Hispanic41
Black3
Asian11
Two or More38
American Indian10
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    648 (86.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    41 (5.5 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (5.1 %)
  • Asian
    11 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (1.3 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bozeman Elem
Phone: (406)522-6300
Website: http://www.bsd7.org/cjms
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 752
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 104
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 6 254
Grade 7 239
Grade 8 259

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Chief Joseph Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6254
Grade 7239
Grade 8259
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Chief Joseph Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33144%
Male42156%