At a glance
Reported students
359
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
27.1
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Montana middle enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 229 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
353.5
Lockwood Middle School: 359 reported students.
State peer staffing position
62nd percentile
13.2:1 reported; state peer median 11.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 429
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.9:1
What the reported data says about Lockwood Middle School
Lockwood Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Lockwood. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Lockwood K-12. NCES reports 359 students for 2024–25.
Among 229 middle schools in Montana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 48 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.2:1, above the Montana median of 11.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (72.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.8%). Students served under IDEA represent 9.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lockwood Middle School
- 1How do the reported 13.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 27.1 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 9.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 95.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.25
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White72.1%
- Hispanic12.8%
- Black0.8%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial9.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lockwood K-12
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lockwood Primary
Elementary · Grades PK–02
348 reported students
Lockwood Intermediate
Elementary · Grades 03–05
321 reported students
Lockwood High School
High · Grades 09–12
552 reported students
Public schools near Lockwood Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine Crow Middle School Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 517 | 2.9 mi |
| Billings Multilingual Acad MS Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 21 | 3.7 mi |
| Castle Rock Middle School Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 691 | 3.8 mi |
| Riverside Middle School Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 436 | 4.2 mi |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 741 | 5.6 mi |
| Will James Middle School Middle · Billings Elem | 06–08 | 634 | 7.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lockwood Middle School
What grades does Lockwood Middle School serve?
Lockwood Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Lockwood K-12.
How many students attend Lockwood Middle School?
Lockwood Middle School reported 359 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 229 Montana middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 429 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lockwood Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 13.2:1, based on 359 students and 27.1 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Montana median for the same school level is 11.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lockwood Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lockwood Middle School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Lockwood K-12 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lockwood Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
95.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lockwood Middle School in?
Lockwood Middle School is part of Lockwood K-12, based in Lockwood, MT, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lockwood Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Medicine Crow Middle School (2.9 mi), Billings Multilingual Acad MS (3.7 mi), Castle Rock Middle School (3.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.