Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Gateway Science Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Science Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway Science Middle School's student population of 394 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway Science Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Science Middle School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
62%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Science Middle School's ranking?
Gateway Science Middle School is ranked #1432 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway Science Middle School often compared to?
Gateway Science Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway Science Middle School?
394 students attend Gateway Science Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gateway Science Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Science Middle School?
Gateway Science Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway Science Middle School offer ?
Gateway Science Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gateway Science Middle School part of?
Gateway Science Middle School is part of Gateway Science Acad/St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Science Middle School located?
Gateway Science Middle School is located in the Northampton neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Northampton.
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