Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Gull Lake Gateway Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gull Lake Gateway Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gull Lake Gateway Academy's student population of 35 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gull Lake Gateway Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gull Lake Gateway Academy often compared to?
Gull Lake Gateway Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gull Lake Virtual Partnership by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gull Lake Gateway Academy?
The graduation rate of Gull Lake Gateway Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gull Lake Gateway Academy?
35 students attend Gull Lake Gateway Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gull Lake Gateway Academy students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gull Lake Gateway Academy?
Gull Lake Gateway Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gull Lake Gateway Academy offer ?
Gull Lake Gateway Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gull Lake Gateway Academy part of?
Gull Lake Gateway Academy is part of Gull Lake Community Schools School District.
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