Serving 1,312 students in grades 9-12, Hellgate 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 31% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellgate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hellgate High School's student population of 1,312 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
School Rankings
Hellgate High School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellgate High School is 0.26, 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
#326 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Hellgate High School's ranking?
Hellgate High School is ranked #326 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hellgate High School often compared to?
Hellgate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sentinel High School, Big Sky High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hellgate High School?
The graduation rate of Hellgate High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hellgate High School?
1,312 students attend Hellgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hellgate High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hellgate High School?
Hellgate High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hellgate High School offer ?
Hellgate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hellgate High School part of?
Hellgate High School is part of Missoula High School District.
In what neighborhood is Hellgate High School located?
Hellgate High School is located in the University District neighborhood of Missoula, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in University District.
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