Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Helena Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helena Middle School's student population of 671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of the Helena Middle School is to create a positive and safe learning environment that allows students to succeed by giving them opportunities to be their best.
School Rankings
Helena Middle 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 Helena Middle School is 0.29, 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
#323 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Helena Middle School's ranking?
Helena Middle School is ranked #323 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Helena Middle School often compared to?
Helena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C R Anderson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Helena Middle School?
671 students attend Helena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Helena Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helena Middle School?
Helena Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helena Middle School offer ?
Helena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helena Middle School part of?
Helena Middle School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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