School Overview
Hellgate High School, located in the heart of Missoula, Montana, serves as one of the flagship secondary institutions in the Missoula County Public Schools district. Housed in a historic building that blends traditional architecture with modern educational facilities, the school is well-regarded for its strong academic reputation and its role as a central hub for the local community. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, diverse elective opportunities, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for both collegiate success and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Hellgate is widely recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture and highly successful athletics programs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student involvement in fine arts, competitive sports, and various service-oriented clubs. By balancing a rigorous academic environment with a commitment to student well-being and community engagement, Hellgate High School maintains its status as a cornerstone of Missoula’s educational landscape, consistently striving to develop well-rounded, civic-minded graduates.
1,262
Total Students
87.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hellgate High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,070
Hispanic61
Black23
Asian28
Two or More26
American Indian49
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    1,070 (84.8%)
  • Hispanic
    61 (4.8%)
  • American Indian
    49 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    28 (2.2%)
  • Two or More
    26 (2.1%)
  • Black
    23 (1.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Missoula H S
Phone: (406)728-2402
Website: http://www.mcpsmt.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=9
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,262
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 87.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 430
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 9 333
Grade 10 295
Grade 11 322
Grade 12 312

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hellgate High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9333
Grade 10295
Grade 11322
Grade 12312
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hellgate High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65251.7%
Male61048.3%