Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gates Elementary School serves the southwest part of Grand Island, NE, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gates Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#709 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Elementary School is ranked #709 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Gates Elementary School?
284 students attend Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gates Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Elementary School?
Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gates Elementary School offer ?
Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gates Elementary School part of?
Gates Elementary School is part of Grand Island School District.
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