Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glacier Gateway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glacier Gateway Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glacier Gateway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier Gateway Elementary 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
#533 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Glacier Gateway Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Gateway Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Glacier Gateway Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Gateway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Glacier Gateway Elementary School?
496 students attend Glacier Gateway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Glacier Gateway Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Gateway Elementary School?
Glacier Gateway Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glacier Gateway Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Gateway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier Gateway Elementary School part of?
Glacier Gateway Elementary School is part of Columbia Falls Elementary School District.
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