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#1439 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Loomis Gateway Academy

Middle School

3268 PENRYN RD STE 200, Loomis, CA 95650

Private

Enrollment

39

Student-Teacher

4.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

2nd – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,439 of 1,787

In Loomis

#2 of 3

public schools

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5.3/10

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About Loomis Gateway Academy

Loomis Gateway Academy is a private middle school in Loomis, CA. Loomis Gateway Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Loomis Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,439 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.2 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, Loomis 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Loomis Gateway Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Loomis 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

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How Loomis Gateway Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Loomis, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
This School
vs
22.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
39
This School
vs
489
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Loomis Gateway Academy Loomis Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Loomis Gateway Academy (this school) 5.3
Loomis Elementary 6.7
H. Clarke Powers Elementary 7.7
Placer Elementary 7.9
Loomis Basin Charter 6.9
Franklin Elementary 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 798
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 39
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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 CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.1%
Hispanic 5.1%
Native American 5.1%
Pacific Islander 5.1%
Black 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3268 PENRYN RD STE 200, Loomis, CA 95650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loomis Gateway Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valley View Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Rocklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newcastle Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penryn Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Penryn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loomis, see our Loomis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Loomis Gateway Academy Loomis 0.0 mi
UNITED AUBURN INDIAN COMMUNITY TRIBAL SCHOOL Loomis 0.5 mi 4.9
Del Oro High Loomis 0.7 mi 7.2
Regency Baptist Academy Loomis 0.8 mi
SIERRA FOOTHILLS ACADEMY Loomis 1.0 mi 6.3
Sierra Foothills Academy Loomis 1.0 mi
Loomis Elementary Loomis 1.2 mi 6.7
Penryn Elementary Penryn 1.6 mi 8.3
H. Clarke Powers Elementary Loomis 1.8 mi 7.7
Placer Elementary Loomis 2.2 mi 7.9
Honchar Loomis 2.3 mi
Loomis Basin Charter Loomis 3.0 mi 6.9
Franklin Elementary Loomis 3.0 mi 7.9
Newcastle Elementary Newcastle 3.3 mi 8.5
Newcastle Charter Newcastle 3.3 mi 6.9
Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter Newcastle 3.4 mi 3.0
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rocklin 4.0 mi
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy Rocklin 4.0 mi
Rocklin Elementary Rocklin 4.2 mi 7.9
Valley View Elementary Rocklin 4.0 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,263

Median Home Value

$783,300

Median Rent

$1,826/mo

Population

13,314

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

89.9%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loomis Gateway Academy

What grades does Loomis Gateway Academy serve?

Loomis Gateway Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.

How many students attend Loomis Gateway Academy?

Loomis Gateway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loomis Gateway Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Loomis Gateway Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Loomis Gateway Academy rank in CA?

Loomis Gateway Academy ranks #1,439 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Loomis Gateway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Loomis Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Loomis Gateway Academy a private school?

Yes, Loomis 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 Loomis Gateway Academy a religious school?

No, Loomis Gateway Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
39
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
133 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Placer County

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