Excellent
#618 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Gateway High
High School · Gateway High District
1430 Scott St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#23 of 119
public schools
California high schools
#99 of 1,892
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Gateway High
Gateway High is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of the Gateway High District. The school serves approximately 475 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 31% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 65% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $154,264, where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
Gateway High is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Gateway High — Students at Gateway High score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Gateway High Compares
See how Gateway High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 27.27% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 69.67% (2024).
Location
1430 Scott St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DREW SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| Creative Arts Charter San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Gateway Middle San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Drew School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE DISCOVERY CENTER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN FRANCISCO WALDORF SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| San Francisco Waldorf School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Town School for Boys San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HILLWOOD ACADEMIC DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hillwood Academic Day San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,264
Median Home Value
$1,684,100
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
32,715
College Educated
73.6%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gateway High has a median household income of $154,264. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,684,100, with a median rent of $2,380/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Animo South Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Camino Nuevo High #2 Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale, CA | 8.5 |
| Malibu High Malibu, CA | 8.5 |
| Alliance Leichtman-Levine FAM Foundation Env Sci High Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Downtown College Preparatory San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway High
What grades does Gateway High serve?
Gateway High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway High?
Gateway High has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway High is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway High rank in CA?
Gateway High is ranked #618 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Gateway High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway High has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gateway High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gateway High has 30.5% math proficiency and 65.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Gateway High a charter school?
Yes, Gateway High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gateway High a Title I school?
No, Gateway High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway High?
39.6% of students at Gateway High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 98 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 77 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 94 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 749-3600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Gateway High District- District Enrollment
- 475
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,384
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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