Gateway School serves 16 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway School's student population of 16 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Gateway School?
The graduation rate of Gateway School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gateway School?
16 students attend Gateway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gateway School students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway School?
Gateway School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway School offer ?
Gateway School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway School part of?
Gateway School is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.
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