Serving 27 students in grades 7-8, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gallatin Gateway 7-8's student population of 27 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is 0.13, 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
#13 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Gallatin Gateway 7-8's ranking?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is ranked #13 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Gallatin Gateway 7-8?
27 students attend Gallatin Gateway 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gallatin Gateway 7-8 students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin Gateway 7-8?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gallatin Gateway 7-8 offer ?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallatin Gateway 7-8 part of?
Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is part of Gallatin Gateway Elementary School District.
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