The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 72%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (13-14)
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student is known by name, strength, and need.
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(13-14)2%
1%
Asian
(13-14)7%
7%
Hispanic
(13-14)39%
21%
Black
(13-14)13%
5%
White
(13-14)26%
58%
Hawaiian
(13-14)7%
1%
Two or more races
(13-14)6%
7%
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≤20%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch (13-14)
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Gateway To College?
The graduation rate of Gateway To College is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Gateway To College?
46 students attend Gateway To College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Gateway To College students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Gateway To College offer ?
Gateway To College offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway To College part of?
Gateway To College is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway To College located?
Gateway To College is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
School Reviews
Review Gateway To College. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
