Serving 277 students in grades 6-8, Galileo Middle School 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Galileo School of Math and Science serves the southeast part of Colorado Springs, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galileo Middle School's student population of 277 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Average Class Size
450 students
School Rankings
Galileo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1661 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galileo Middle School's ranking?
Galileo Middle School is ranked #1661 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Galileo Middle School often compared to?
Galileo Middle Schoolis 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Galileo Middle School?
277 students attend Galileo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Galileo Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galileo Middle School?
Galileo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Galileo Middle School offer ?
Galileo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galileo Middle School part of?
Galileo Middle School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Galileo Middle School located?
Galileo Middle School 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
4 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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