Serving 958 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gateway Polytechnic Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Polytechnic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gateway Polytechnic Academy's student population of 958 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway Polytechnic Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Polytechnic Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Polytechnic Academy's ranking?
Gateway Polytechnic Academy is ranked #264 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gateway Polytechnic Academy often compared to?
Gateway Polytechnic Academyis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Mesa K-6, Basis Mesa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gateway Polytechnic Academy?
958 students attend Gateway Polytechnic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gateway Polytechnic Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Polytechnic Academy?
Gateway Polytechnic Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Polytechnic Academy offer ?
Gateway Polytechnic Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Gateway Polytechnic Academy part of?
Gateway Polytechnic Academy is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245) School District.
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