Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gatewood Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gatewood Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gatewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gatewood Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1325 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
37%
12%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatewood Elementary School's ranking?
Gatewood Elementary School is ranked #1325 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Gatewood Elementary School often compared to?
Gatewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scenic Heights Elementary School, Glen Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Gatewood Elementary School?
399 students attend Gatewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Gatewood Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gatewood Elementary School?
Gatewood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gatewood Elementary School offer ?
Gatewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gatewood Elementary School part of?
Gatewood Elementary School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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