Serving 326 students in grades 7-8, Hellgate Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hellgate Middle School serves the entire district in Missoula, MT, covering an area of approximately 37.5 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge about 8.1 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hellgate Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Campus Size
43 acres
School Rankings
Hellgate Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate Middle School is 0.34, 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
#150 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellgate Middle School's ranking?
Hellgate Middle School is ranked #150 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
326 students attend Hellgate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hellgate Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hellgate Middle School?
Hellgate Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hellgate Middle School part of?
Hellgate Middle School is part of Hellgate Elementary School District.
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