Darby 7-8 vs Deer Park 6-8
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Montana, United States, 252 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darby 7-8
Darby · Public middle · Grades 7–8
48 students
Deer Park 6-8
Columbia Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
48 students
| Measure | Darby 7-8 Darby, Montana | Deer Park 6-8 Columbia Falls, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 48 | 48 |
| Enrollment | 48 | 48 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 69.5% |
| city | Darby | Columbia Falls |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deer Park 6-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.8 vs 10.9).
- •Deer Park 6-8 does better on math proficiency (69.5% vs 15%).
- •Deer Park 6-8 does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 15%).
- •Deer Park 6-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 100%).
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 Darby 7-8 better than Deer Park 6-8?
On the Success Index (US), Deer Park 6-8 ranks higher (84.8 vs 10.9 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 Darby 7-8 and Deer Park 6-8?
About 252 km in a straight line, between Darby and Columbia Falls in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Darby 7-8: 48. Deer Park 6-8: 48. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Darby 7-8 and Deer Park 6-8 rank in Montana?
Darby 7-8 is unranked and Deer Park 6-8 is unranked among middle schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).