Shelby 6-8

Shelby 6-8 is a cozy junior high in Shelby, Montana, part of Shelby Elem. The school enrolls 109 students in grades 6 through 8. Enrollment runs roughly 22% smaller than the state mean of about 139.

Across the 4 schools in Shelby Elem (413 students total), Shelby 6-8 accounts for its share of the district's footprint.

Demographically, Shelby 6-8 reports that 73% of the student body identifies as White. Beyond that, the school lists 10% multiracial, 9% Hispanic, 6% Native American. That is noticeably less White than the county at large, where the share is closer to 83%.

On the income-and-resources front, Staff filings list 8 full-time-equivalent teachers, which works out to roughly 13.0:1 students per teacher. Statewide, the average ratio sits near 11.3:1, putting Shelby 6-8 higher than the state norm the norm. About 60% of enrolled students meet the income threshold for free or reduced-price lunch, a number frequently used as a low-income enrollment indicator.

In the broader community, census data for Toole County shows median household income runs about $57,731, about 23% of the adult population holds a bachelor's degree or above, and census figures put the poverty rate at about 6%. Shelby 6-8 is one of 11 public schools in Toole County (combined enrollment of about 681 students).

Nearest neighbor: Shelby High School, around 0.0 miles off. Within five miles, there are 2 other public schools.

Geographically, the school is in an outlying area.

Trend over the last 7 years. Shelby 6-8's enrollment has rose 73% since 2018, when it stood at 63 (now 109). The White share of enrollment ticked down from 78% to 73% over that span.

In the discussion threads here, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around science fair prep, picture-day reminders, and bus-route questions. Posting is open to anyone connected to the school.