Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gateway Science Acad/st Louis ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis's student population of 377 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is 0.61, which is more 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
#653 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
23%
15%
White
57%
67%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis's ranking?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is ranked #653 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gateway Science Acad/st Louis often compared to?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louisis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gateway Science Acad/st Louis?
377 students attend Gateway Science Acad/st Louis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway Science Acad/st Louis offer ?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis part of?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is part of Gateway Science Acad/St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Science Acad/st Louis located?
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis is located in the Lindenwood Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Lindenwood Park.
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