Serving 525 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 41% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hellgate El Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate El Intermediate is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellgate El Intermediate's ranking?
Hellgate El Intermediate is ranked #285 out of 722 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hellgate El Intermediate?
525 students attend Hellgate El Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hellgate El Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellgate El Intermediate?
Hellgate El Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, 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 Elementary School District.
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