Serving 1,057 students in grades 6-8, Gateway Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gateway Middle School serves the southern part of Everett, WA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families in the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gateway Middle School's student population of 1,057 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,057 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
45%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Middle School's ranking?
Gateway Middle School is ranked #119 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gateway Middle School often compared to?
Gateway Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heatherwood Middle School, Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Gateway Middle School?
1,057 students attend Gateway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gateway Middle School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Middle School?
Gateway Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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 Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Middle School located?
Gateway Middle School is located in the Silver Firs neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Silver Firs.
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