Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, Gateway Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gateway Early College High School's student population of 344 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway Early College High School is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
39%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
78%
48%
Black
18%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Gateway Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Gateway Early College High School?
344 students attend Gateway Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gateway Early College High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gateway Early College High School offer ?
Gateway Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Early College High School part of?
Gateway Early College High School is part of Maricopa County Community College District DBA Gat (4314) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Early College High School located?
Gateway Early College High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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