Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Galileo School Of Math And Science ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galileo School Of Math And Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Galileo School Of Math And Science's student population of 382 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galileo School Of Math And Science ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo School Of Math And Science is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1729 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
35%
Black
11%
5%
White
31%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galileo School Of Math And Science's ranking?
Galileo School Of Math And Science is ranked #1729 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Galileo School Of Math And Science often compared to?
Galileo School Of Math And Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Community School, Mountain Vista Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Galileo School Of Math And Science?
382 students attend Galileo School Of Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Galileo School Of Math And Science students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galileo School Of Math And Science?
Galileo School Of Math And Science has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Galileo School Of Math And Science offer ?
Galileo School Of Math And Science offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Galileo School Of Math And Science part of?
Galileo School Of Math And Science is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Galileo School Of Math And Science located?
Galileo School Of Math And Science is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2021
I went here for 2 yrs but they were some of the greatest yrs I've ever lived. All the peers are great, and so are the teachers.
4 1/29/2020
This is my 3rd year as a student in Galileo. Overall, the school isn't bad, but I'm going to go to the good stuff first then the bad stuff. 1. There's not as much bullying anymore 2. The 8th grade teachers are honestly pretty good and they do teach. 3. They have programs such as avid, advanced math and math/ literacy tutorial 4. They have sports like volleyball, basketball, track, soccer. Now onto the bad things 1. It's not as diverse there are a lot of white and Hispanic students 2. You have to have backpacks and phones in lockers 3. You have to carry a big binder 4.
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