Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, Gateway Science Academy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Science Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway Science Academy Middle School's student population of 367 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway Science Academy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Science Academy Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
23%
15%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Science Academy Middle School's ranking?
Gateway Science Academy Middle School is ranked #977 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway Science Academy Middle School often compared to?
Gateway Science Academy 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway Science Academy Middle School?
367 students attend Gateway Science Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gateway Science Academy Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Science Academy Middle School?
Gateway Science Academy Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway Science Academy Middle School offer ?
Gateway Science Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gateway Science Academy Middle School part of?
Gateway Science Academy Middle School is part of Gateway Science Acad/St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Science Academy Middle School located?
Gateway Science Academy 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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