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Gallatin Gateway 7-8

Middle School · Gallatin Gateway Elem

PO Box 265, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730

Enrollment

27

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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About Gallatin Gateway 7-8

Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is a public middle school in Gallatin Gateway, MT, part of Gallatin Gateway Elem. Gallatin Gateway 7-8 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Gallatin Gateway 7-8 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 27 students, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Gallatin Gateway 7-8 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
27 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Address
PO Box 265, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
Phone
(406) 763-4415
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers

Location

PO Box 265, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gallatin Gateway 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Monforton 6-8 (rated 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Bozeman). Another option is Anderson 7-8 (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Bozeman). Additionally, Sacajawea Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Bozeman). For more schools in Gallatin Gateway, see our Gallatin Gateway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gallatin Gateway School Gallatin Gateway 0.0 mi 8.5
Cottonwood School Bozeman 3.9 mi
MIDDLE CREEK MONTESSORI Bozeman 5.6 mi 7.7
Monforton School Bozeman 6.1 mi 8.3
Monforton Primary Bozeman 6.1 mi 7.8
Monforton 6-8 Bozeman 6.1 mi 7.9
COTTONWOOD DAY SCHOOL Bozeman 4.7 mi
Anderson School Bozeman 4.7 mi 9.1
Anderson 7-8 Bozeman 4.7 mi 7.8
CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF BOZEMAN Bozeman 6.3 mi
Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman 8.2 mi 8.0
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman 8.2 mi 5.2
Gallatin High School Bozeman 8.5 mi 6.0
Hyalite Elementary Bozeman 8.1 mi 7.3
BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman 8.8 mi 7.0
EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman 8.3 mi 3.7
Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman 9.4 mi 7.5
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 8.5 mi
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 8.5 mi
Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman 8.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,849

Median Home Value

$817,600

Median Rent

$1,469/mo

Population

2,367

College Educated

45.5%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gallatin Gateway 7-8

What grades does Gallatin Gateway 7-8 serve?

Gallatin Gateway 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Gallatin Gateway 7-8?

Gallatin Gateway 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gallatin Gateway 7-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Gallatin Gateway 7-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gallatin Gateway 7-8 a charter school?

No, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gallatin Gateway 7-8 a Title I school?

No, Gallatin Gateway 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gallatin Gateway 7-8?

33.3% of students at Gallatin Gateway 7-8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Gallatin County

District

Gallatin Gateway Elem
District Enrollment
134
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,769

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