Galileo Middle School
277 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 89 |
| Hispanic | 133 |
| Black | 30 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic133 (48.0%)
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White89 (32.1%)
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Black30 (10.8%)
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Two or More23 (8.3%)
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Asian1 (0.4%)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 98 |
| Grade 7 | 89 |
| Grade 8 | 90 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 140 | 50.5% |
| Male | 137 | 49.5% |
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