Serving 475 students in grades 4-6, Hellgate El Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellgate El Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hellgate El Intermediate's student population of 475 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
475 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Hellgate El Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate El Intermediate is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
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American Indian
3%
11%
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Asian
2%
1%
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Hispanic
3%
5%
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Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
78%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart display the diversity score of Hellgate El Intermediate and the public school average diversity score of Montana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart display the diversity score of Hellgate El Intermediate and the public school average diversity score of Montana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/154000/153760/hellgate-el-intermediate-chart-Ba2S3x.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
27%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellgate El Intermediate's ranking?
Hellgate El Intermediate is ranked #270 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Hellgate El Intermediate?
475 students attend Hellgate El Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hellgate El Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellgate El Intermediate?
Hellgate El Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hellgate El Intermediate offer ?
Hellgate El Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Hellgate El Intermediate part of?
Hellgate El Intermediate is part of Hellgate Elem School District.
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