Very Good
#3405 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Gateway Middle
Middle School · Gateway Middle District
1512 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,405 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#63 of 120
public schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gateway Middle
Middle School in San Francisco · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gateway Middle
Gateway Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of Gateway Middle District. Gateway Middle serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,405 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gateway Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Gateway Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Gateway Middle — Students at Gateway Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Gateway Middle Compares
See how Gateway Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1512 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gateway High (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Arts Charter San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Gateway High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| THE DISCOVERY CENTER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Day School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Drew School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Millennium School of San Francisco 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy San Francisco, CA | 7.0 |
| Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High Arbuckle, CA | 7.0 |
| PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank, CA | 7.0 |
| Salmon Creek School - A Charter Occidental, CA | 7.0 |
| Delhi Middle Delhi, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Middle
What grades does Gateway Middle serve?
Gateway Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gateway Middle?
Gateway Middle has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Middle is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway Middle rank in CA?
Gateway Middle ranks #3,405 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gateway Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Gateway Middle a charter school?
Yes, Gateway Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gateway Middle a Title I school?
No, Gateway Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway Middle?
40.9% of students at Gateway Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 922-1001
Resources & Links
District
Gateway Middle District- District Enrollment
- 281
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,500
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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