Hellgate High School vs Paxson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 791 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hellgate High School
Missoula · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,262 students
Paxson School
Missoula · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
415 students
| Measure | Hellgate High School Missoula, Montana | Paxson School Missoula, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 108 | #57 of 267 |
| National rank | #6548 of 16,910 | #13598 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,262 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 1,262 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 59% |
| city | Missoula | Missoula |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paxson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 57.1).
- •Paxson School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 42%).
- •Paxson School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 53%).
- •Hellgate High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 37.6%).
- •Hellgate High School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.6).
- •Hellgate High School is the larger school with 1,262 students compared with 415.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hellgate High School better than Paxson School?
On the Success Index (US), Paxson School ranks higher (66.8 vs 57.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hellgate High School and Paxson School?
About 791 m in a straight line, between Missoula and Missoula in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hellgate High School: 1,262. Paxson School: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hellgate High School and Paxson School rank in Montana?
Hellgate High School is 23rd of 108 and Paxson School is 57th of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).