Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Gateway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway School's student population of 21 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway School's ranking?
Gateway School is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Gateway School?
21 students attend Gateway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gateway School students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway School?
Gateway School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gateway School offer ?
Gateway School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Gateway School part of?
Gateway School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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