Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Gateway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gateway School serves the southern part of its school district in Gateway, CO, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 635.1 square miles, with typical driving times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances reaching up to 33.5 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gateway School's student population of 12 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway School's ranking?
Gateway School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Gateway School?
12 students attend Gateway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gateway School students are White, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway School?
Gateway School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gateway School offer ?
Gateway School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway School part of?
Gateway School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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