Chief Joseph Middle School
752 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 648 |
| Hispanic | 41 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 38 |
| American Indian | 10 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White648 (86.2 %)
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Hispanic41 (5.5 %)
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Two or More38 (5.1 %)
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Asian11 (1.5 %)
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American Indian10 (1.3 %)
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Black3 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 254 |
| Grade 7 | 239 |
| Grade 8 | 259 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 331 | 44% |
| Male | 421 | 56% |
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