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#1855 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Gateway School

Elementary School · Creighton Elementary District (4263)

1100 N 35TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,855 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#374 of 422

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Creighton Elementary District (4263)

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Gateway School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix

5.0/10

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About Gateway School

Gateway School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Creighton Elementary District (4263). Gateway School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,855 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Gateway School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Gateway School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,023
Chronic Absenteeism52.3%

Gateway School — Students at Gateway School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
10%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Gateway School Compares

See how Gateway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.3%

Location

1100 N 35TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gateway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. David Crockett Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creighton Virtual Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix 0.3 mi 5.0
David Crockett Elementary School Phoenix 0.5 mi 7.0
Papago School Phoenix 0.7 mi 4.0
VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 0.7 mi 7.1
Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix 0.7 mi 8.2
Wilson Primary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.4
Wilson Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.5
The Creighton Academy Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.2
Gateway Early College High School Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.5
Pat Tillman Middle School Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.3
Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.8
Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix 1.5 mi 4.9
Career Success School - Sage Campus Phoenix 1.6 mi 3.3
Robert L. Duffy High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 2.9
Griffith Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.9
Monte Vista Elementary School Phoenix 1.8 mi 3.8
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.6
Brunson-Lee Elementary School Phoenix 1.6 mi 3.8
Excelencia School Phoenix 1.7 mi 5.3
Creighton Virtual Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,369

Median Home Value

$323,600

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

Population

60,499

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

30.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

30.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gateway School

What grades does Gateway School serve?

Gateway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Gateway School?

Gateway School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gateway School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gateway School rank in AZ?

Gateway School ranks #1,855 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Gateway School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gateway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gateway School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gateway School a charter school?

No, Gateway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gateway School a Title I school?

No, Gateway School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.3%

District

Creighton Elementary District (4263)
District Enrollment
4,900
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,023
District Rank
#7 of 10

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