Serving 882 students in grades 6, Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gateway 6th Grade Center's student population of 882 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway 6th Grade Center ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway 6th Grade Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
55%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Gateway 6th Grade Center is ranked #300 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway 6th Grade Center?
882 students attend Gateway 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gateway 6th Grade Center students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway 6th Grade Center?
Gateway 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway 6th Grade Center offer ?
Gateway 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway 6th Grade Center part of?
Gateway 6th Grade Center is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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