Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Gateway Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gateway Middle School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2081 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
97%
15%
White
2%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Middle School's ranking?
Gateway Middle School is ranked #2081 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway Middle School often compared to?
Gateway Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Lane Vpa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway Middle School?
487 students attend Gateway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gateway Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Middle School?
Gateway Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway Middle School offer ?
Gateway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Middle School part of?
Gateway Middle School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Middle School located?
Gateway Middle School is located in the Carr Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 5 other public schools located in Carr Square.
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