Best Schools in Gatewood, Missouri
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Gatewood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ripley Co. Elem.
Elementary · Ripley Co. R-iii. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$121,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$121,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gatewood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ripley Co. Elem. | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $42,917
- Median home value
- $121,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Gatewood compares
Median household income
$43k
65% of Missouri median
About Schools in Gatewood, Missouri
Gatewood, Missouri is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Gatewood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Gatewood is Ripley Co. Elem. with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gatewood is served by 1 school district: RIPLEY CO. R-III. These districts collectively serve 124 students.
Gatewood's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,917. The poverty rate in the area is 19.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 124 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
Schools in Gatewood
Gatewood, Missouri · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$42,917
Median Home Value
$121,400
Median Rent
$475/mo
Population
432
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Community Profile
Gatewood has a median household income of $42,917. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,400, with a median rent of $475/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Missouri
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Gatewood, Missouri
How many schools are in Gatewood, Missouri?
Gatewood has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gatewood, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gatewood is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Gatewood, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Gatewood on MySchoolScout is Ripley Co. Elem. with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gatewood, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gatewood on MySchoolScout is Ripley Co. Elem. with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Gatewood, Missouri?
Gatewood is served by 1 school district: Ripley Co. R-iii.
What is the education level in Gatewood, Missouri?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Gatewood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gatewood, Missouri?
The median household income in Gatewood is approximately $42,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gatewood, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gatewood is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gatewood, Missouri?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.