Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Gates Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gates Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Scituate, MA school district, covering approximately 31.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gates Middle School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We reflect family, education, and each other.
School Rankings
Gates Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
26%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Middle School's ranking?
Gates Middle School is ranked #361 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Gates Middle School?
639 students attend Gates Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gates Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Middle School?
Gates Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gates Middle School offer ?
Gates Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gates Middle School part of?
Gates Middle School is part of Scituate School District.
In what neighborhood is Gates Middle School located?
Gates Middle School is located in the North Scituate neighborhood of Scituate, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Scituate.
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