Serving 300 students in grades 7-8, Hellgate Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellgate Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hellgate Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hellgate Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate Middle School is 0.30, 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
#66 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Hellgate Middle School is ranked #66 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hellgate Middle School often compared to?
Hellgate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frenchtown 6-8, Porter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hellgate Middle School?
300 students attend Hellgate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hellgate Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellgate Middle School?
Hellgate Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hellgate Middle School offer ?
Hellgate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hellgate Middle School part of?
Hellgate Middle School is part of Hellgate Elementary School District.
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