Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Gateway To Graduation Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway To Graduation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gateway To Graduation Academy's student population of 76 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway To Graduation Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway To Graduation Academy is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7853 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway To Graduation Academy's ranking?
Gateway To Graduation Academy is ranked #7853 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway To Graduation Academy?
The graduation rate of Gateway To Graduation Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gateway To Graduation Academy?
76 students attend Gateway To Graduation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gateway To Graduation Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway To Graduation Academy?
Gateway To Graduation Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gateway To Graduation Academy offer ?
Gateway To Graduation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gateway To Graduation Academy part of?
Gateway To Graduation Academy is part of San Benito CISD School District.
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