Chinook 7-8 vs Plains 7-8
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Montana, United States, 439 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chinook 7-8
Chinook · Public middle · Grades 7–8
63 students
Plains 7-8
Plains · Public middle · Grades 7–8
65 students
| Measure | Chinook 7-8 Chinook, Montana | Plains 7-8 Plains, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #59 of 102 | #72 of 102 |
| National rank | #8303 of 15,369 | #9958 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 63 | 65 |
| Enrollment | 63 | 65 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 47% |
| city | Chinook | Plains |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chinook 7-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 39.4).
- •Plains 7-8 does better on math proficiency (47% vs 44.5%).
- •Plains 7-8 does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44.5%).
- •Chinook 7-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 100%).
- •Chinook 7-8 does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.3).
- •Plains 7-8 is the larger school with 65 students compared with 63.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chinook 7-8 better than Plains 7-8?
On the Success Index (US), Chinook 7-8 ranks higher (46.9 vs 39.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chinook 7-8 and Plains 7-8?
About 439 km in a straight line, between Chinook and Plains in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chinook 7-8: 63. Plains 7-8: 65. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chinook 7-8 and Plains 7-8 rank in Montana?
Chinook 7-8 is 59th of 102 and Plains 7-8 is 72nd of 102 among middle schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).