Serving 1,013 students in grades 5-8, Gateway Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 21%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Science Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Middle School's student population of 1,013 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
31%
14%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gateway Middle School?
1,013 students attend Gateway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gateway Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Middle School?
Gateway Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway Middle School offer ?
Gateway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Middle School part of?
Gateway Middle School is part of Gateway School District.
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