Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 56%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg's student population of 30 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
70%
24%
Black
17%
10%
White
10%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg often compared to?
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Collegis often viewed alongside schools like Chicopee Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg?
The graduation rate of Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg?
30 students attend Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg offer ?
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg part of?
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg located?
Gateway To College At Springfield Technical Community Colleg is located in the Metro Center neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Metro Center.
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