Eastgate School serves 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastgate School's student population of 149 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Success for All
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eastgate School is 0.37, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
79%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Eastgate School often compared to?
Eastgate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Eastgate School?
149 students attend Eastgate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Eastgate School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastgate School?
Eastgate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eastgate School offer ?
Eastgate School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastgate School part of?
Eastgate School is part of East Helena K-12 School District.
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