Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep's student population of 598 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#547 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep's ranking?
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep is ranked #547 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep often compared to?
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Gateway - Coral Campus, Houston Gateway Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep?
598 students attend Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep?
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep offer ?
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep part of?
Houston Gateway Inc Elite College Prep is part of Houston Gateway Academy Inc School District.
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