Opheim is a town in Valley County, Montana, United States. The population was 75 at the 2020 census.
Serving 2 students in grades 7-8, Opheim 7-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opheim 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Opheim 7-8's student population of 2 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opheim 7-8 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Opheim 7-8?
2 students attend Opheim 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Opheim 7-8 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opheim 7-8?
Opheim 7-8 has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Opheim 7-8 offer ?
Opheim 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Opheim 7-8 part of?
Opheim 7-8 is part of Opheim K-12 Schools.
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