Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gateway Science Acad/st Louis ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis's student population of 377 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
23%
15%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis's ranking?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is ranked #653 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway Science Acad/st Louis often compared to?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louisis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Elementary School, Premier Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway Science Acad/st Louis?
377 students attend Gateway Science Acad/st Louis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway Science Acad/st Louis offer ?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis part of?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is part of Gateway Science Acad/St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis located?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is located in the Lindenwood Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Lindenwood Park.
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