Chief Joseph Middle School

School Overview
Chief Joseph Middle School, located in the growing community of Bozeman, Montana, is a key component of the Bozeman School District 7. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The middle school years are treated as a critical bridge between elementary education and high school, with the faculty emphasizing student engagement, collaborative learning, and the cultivation of personal responsibility within a supportive school culture.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of secondary education by offering a diverse array of core subjects supplemented by elective programs, athletics, and extracurricular clubs. By leveraging its location in a vibrant academic community, Chief Joseph Middle School encourages students to participate actively in their own learning process. Prospective parents and students can find detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and staff directories on their official district website, reflecting a commitment to transparent communication and strong school-to-home partnerships.
751
Total Students
45.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chief Joseph Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White624
Hispanic56
Black7
Asian13
Two or More33
American Indian18
  • White
    624 (83.1%)
  • Hispanic
    56 (7.5%)
  • Two or More
    33 (4.4%)
  • American Indian
    18 (2.4%)
  • Asian
    13 (1.7%)
  • Black
    7 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bozeman Elem
Phone: (406)522-6300
Website: http://www.bsd7.org/cjms
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 751
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 104
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 6 242
Grade 7 239
Grade 8 270

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Chief Joseph Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6242
Grade 7239
Grade 8270
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Chief Joseph Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34145.4%
Male41054.6%