Serving 62 students in grades 4-5, Gate 4/5 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gate 4/5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gate 4/5's student population of 62 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Gate 4/5 ranks within the top 1% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gate 4/5 is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1860 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gate 4/5's ranking?
Gate 4/5 is ranked #2 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Gate 4/5?
62 students attend Gate 4/5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gate 4/5 students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Gate 4/5 offer ?
Gate 4/5 offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gate 4/5 part of?
Gate 4/5 is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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