Gallatin High School is one of two public high schools in Bozeman, Montana, and opened in 2020 to address concerns of the city's rapidly growing population. In 2023, enrollment was roughly 1,480 students, making it the largest high school in Bozeman.
Serving 1,479 students in grades 9-12, Gallatin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallatin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gallatin High School's student population of 1,479 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
Gallatin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallatin High School is 0.27, 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
#243 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Velociraptor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin High School's ranking?
Gallatin High School is ranked #243 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Gallatin High School often compared to?
Gallatin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bozeman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gallatin High School?
The graduation rate of Gallatin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Gallatin High School?
1,479 students attend Gallatin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gallatin High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin High School?
Gallatin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gallatin High School offer ?
Gallatin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallatin High School part of?
Gallatin High School is part of Bozeman High School District.
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