Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Gateway High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gateway High School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1828 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
63%
15%
White
13%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway High School's ranking?
Gateway High School is ranked #1828 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway High School often compared to?
Gateway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway High School?
The graduation rate of Gateway High School is 83%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gateway High School?
956 students attend Gateway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gateway High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway High School?
Gateway High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway High School offer ?
Gateway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gateway High School part of?
Gateway High School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway High School located?
Gateway High School is located in the The Hill neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in The Hill.
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