Gateway STEM High School is a public magnet high school in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
Serving 860 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway High School's student population of 860 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Gateway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1926 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
67%
15%
White
10%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway High School's ranking?
Gateway High School is ranked #1926 out of 2,076 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway High School?
The graduation rate of Gateway High School is 76%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gateway High School?
860 students attend Gateway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gateway High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway High School?
Gateway High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway High School offer ?
Gateway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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