Serving 873 students in grades 6, Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway 6th Grade Center's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway 6th Grade Center is 0.58, 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
#496 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
62%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Gateway 6th Grade Center is ranked #496 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway 6th Grade Center?
873 students attend Gateway 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gateway 6th Grade Center students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway 6th Grade Center?
Gateway 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway 6th Grade Center offer ?
Gateway 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Gateway 6th Grade Center part of?
Gateway 6th Grade Center is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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