Serving 140 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gateway Stem Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Stem Academy Charter School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1774 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Stem Academy Charter School's ranking?
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School is ranked #1774 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Gateway Stem Academy Charter School?
140 students attend Gateway Stem Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gateway Stem Academy Charter School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Stem Academy Charter School?
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway Stem Academy Charter School offer ?
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Stem Academy Charter School part of?
Gateway Stem Academy Charter School is part of Gateway STEM Academy School District.
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