Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gate City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: GATE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Pocatello, ID, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone edge and some residing as far as 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gate City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gate City Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Gate City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gate City Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
72%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzlies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gate City Elementary School's ranking?
Gate City Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Gate City Elementary School often compared to?
Gate City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenacres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Gate City Elementary School?
425 students attend Gate City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gate City Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gate City Elementary School?
Gate City Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gate City Elementary School offer ?
Gate City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gate City Elementary School part of?
Gate City Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.
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