Gateway To College serves 11 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway To College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Gateway To College's student population of 11 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway To College is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
28%
5%
White
27%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Gateway To College?
The graduation rate of Gateway To College is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gateway To College?
11 students attend Gateway To College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Gateway To College students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gateway To College offer ?
Gateway To College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gateway To College part of?
Gateway To College is part of Federal Way School District.
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