Serving 33 students in grades 7-8, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gallatin Gateway 7-8's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 275.2 square miles in and around Gallatin Gateway, MT. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.9 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 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
Gallatin Gateway 7-8's student population of 33 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is 0.06, 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
#13 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin Gateway 7-8's ranking?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is ranked #13 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Gallatin Gateway 7-8?
33 students attend Gallatin Gateway 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gallatin Gateway 7-8 students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin Gateway 7-8?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gallatin Gateway 7-8 offer ?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallatin Gateway 7-8 part of?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is part of Gallatin Gateway Elementary School District.
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