Serving 385 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- 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 385 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. 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
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
60%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
385 students attend Gateway Science Acad/st Louis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gateway Science Acad/st Louis students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% 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 12:1, which is equal to 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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