Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gates Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gates Elementary School?
301 students attend Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gates Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gates Elementary School?
Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gates Elementary School offer ?
Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gates Elementary School part of?
Gates Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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