Very Good
#30 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 13% of private schools
Gateway Academy
High School
3939 E SHEA BLVD, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#30 of 225
In Phoenix
#5 of 44
public schools
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Gateway Academy
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About Gateway Academy
Gateway Academy is a private high school in Phoenix, AZ. Gateway Academy serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Gateway Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Gateway Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gateway Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gateway Academy compares to 390 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gateway Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| Accelerated Learning Center | 4.3 |
| Shadow Mountain High School | 7.9 |
| BASIS Phoenix | 8.9 |
| West-MEC - Shadow Mountain High School | — |
| Shea Middle School | 5.1 |
| Desert Cove Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Mercury Mine Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Sweetwater Community School | 6.5 |
| Indian Bend Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Larkspur Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Great Hearts Academies - North Phoenix Prep | 9.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway North Phoenix | 7.1 |
| Benchmark School | 8.4 |
| Arizona Language Preparatory | 8.6 |
| pvONLINE | 8.2 |
| Greenway Middle School | 3.7 |
| Montessori Day Public Schools Chartered - Mountainside | 8.5 |
| Hidden Hills Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Whispering Wind Academy | 6.5 |
| Crestview College Preparatory High School | 2.7 |
Showing 20 of 390 schools. View all schools in Phoenix
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3939 E SHEA BLVD, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - North Phoenix Prep (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASIS Phoenix (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shadow Mountain High School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Phoenix | 0.2 mi | — |
| Accelerated Learning Center Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| DESERT VOICES ORAL LEARNING CENTER Phoenix | 0.6 mi | — |
| BASIS Phoenix Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| BASIS Phoenix Primary Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Shadow Mountain High School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| West-MEC - Shadow Mountain High School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE JONES-GORDON SCHOOL Paradise Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sweetwater Community School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Shea Middle School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| IGNITE LEARNING ACADEMY Scottsdale | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mercury Mine Elementary School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Desert Cove Elementary School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Indian Bend Elementary School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PARADISE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Scottsdale Country Day School Scottsdale | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Larkspur Elementary School Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Benchmark School Phoenix | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Great Hearts Academies - North Phoenix Prep Phoenix | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway North Phoenix Phoenix | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,436
Median Home Value
$583,000
Median Rent
$1,832/mo
Population
18,952
College Educated
56.2%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
48.9
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| Mt Graham High School Safford, AZ | 7.7 |
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| Grand Canyon High School Grand Canyon Village, AZ | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Academy
What grades does Gateway Academy serve?
Gateway Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway Academy?
Gateway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gateway Academy rank in AZ?
Gateway Academy ranks #30 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Gateway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gateway Academy a private school?
Yes, Gateway Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gateway Academy a religious school?
No, Gateway Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 998-1071
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