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Hellgate Middle School

2385 Flynn Lane, Missoula, MT, 59808

About Hellgate Middle School

Hellgate Middle School is a public middle school in Missoula, Montana, that serves students in grades 7–8.There are about 300 students at the school, and there are about 14 students for every teacher. This lets teachers help students and have real conversations with them. Hellgate Middle School's curriculum meets state standards and focuses on the most important subjects. It also offers electives, exploratory courses, and extracurricular activities that help students grow in all areas. The school has a diverse student body and focuses on inclusion, collaboration, and getting students involved in a structured learning environment. According to data from USA News, 48% of students at Hellgate Middle School scored at or above the proficient level in math, and 60% did the same in reading. This shows that the students did well in English language arts. The school is part of the local public school system, which means it gets money from the district and shares educational resources with other schools. Hellgate Middle School is in a neighborhood known for its outdoor activities and family-friendly atmosphere. It provides a stable and supportive learning environment. Overall, the school does well in literacy, has a balanced program, and gets consistent academic results.

Contact Information

Address

2385 Flynn Lane, Missoula, MT, 59808

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Phone

(406) 721-2452

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 60%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 60% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
300
Total Students
$48901
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 45 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Hellgate Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM - 3:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 83%
Asian 0.67%
Hispanic 2.33%
Black 0.33%
Two+ Races 9%
Native Am. 4.33%
White
83%
Asian
0.67%
Hispanic
2.33%
Black
0.33%
Two+ Races
9%
Native Am.
4.33%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 300
52.33%
157 Female
47.67%
143 Male

Student Population

300 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

300 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Hellgate Middle School principal Jamie Courville was named the 2025 National Distinguished Principal for Montana, recognized among nearly 400 principals statewide for leadership and community impact. The school community celebrated the achievement in a special assembly earlier this year

FAQ

Q1. Do you have sports programs outside of school?

Ans. Yes, students can play on basketball, track, soccer, and other teams.

Q2. Does Hellgate have programs for learning about the arts?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in music, theater, and visual arts programs.

Q3. Are there programs that focus on STEM?

Ans. We have clubs for coding, robotics, and science that help kids learn more.

Q4. How do you get chances to lead?

Ans. Students can be on the student council, help other students, and lead clubs.

Q5. Are there ways for people in the community to get involved?

Ans. Yes, students do volunteer work and help out in their communities.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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