Serving 333 students in grades 2-3, Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
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 Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades's student population of 333 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades's ranking?
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades is ranked #173 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades often compared to?
Hellgate Elementary Lower Gradesis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades?
333 students attend Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades?
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades offer ?
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades part of?
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades is part of Hellgate Elem School District.
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