Serving 598 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gates Middle School's student population of 598 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gates Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
89%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 #442 out of 1,644 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Gates Middle School?
598 students attend Gates Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gates Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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