School Overview
The Galileo School of Math and Science, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) operating within the Colorado Springs School District 11. As its name suggests, the school maintains a specialized focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), aiming to cultivate students' analytical and critical thinking skills through a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum. The school is known for creating a learning environment that encourages innovation and hands-on exploration, often integrating real-world problem-solving into daily instruction to prepare students for success in higher education and future technical careers.

Beyond its academic focus, Galileo is recognized for its commitment to a well-rounded student experience. The school emphasizes character development and community engagement alongside its technical offerings. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused, collaborative culture, the faculty works to provide individualized support to students, fostering a community that values curiosity and intellectual growth. It remains a notable choice for families in the Colorado Springs area looking for a middle school experience that bridges foundational education with advanced scientific exploration.
277
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Galileo Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White89
Hispanic133
Black30
Asian1
Two or More23
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    133 (48.0%)
  • White
    89 (32.1%)
  • Black
    30 (10.8%)
  • Two or More
    23 (8.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
Phone: (719)328-2200
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 277
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 218
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 6 98
Grade 7 89
Grade 8 90

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Galileo Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 698
Grade 789
Grade 890
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Galileo Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14050.5%
Male13749.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)