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Gateway School
School · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
P O BOX 240, Gateway, CO 81522
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gateway School
Gateway School is a public school in Gateway, CO, part of the Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1. Students demonstrate 27% proficiency in math and 62% in reading/language arts.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Gateway School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, Gateway School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Gateway School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Address
- P O BOX 240, Gateway, CO 81522
- Phone
- (970) 254-7080
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 49.5% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 240, Gateway, CO 81522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 31.2 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction). Another option is Scenic Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 33.2 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction). Additionally, Broadway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 32.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction). For more schools in Gateway, see our Gateway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 35.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
24
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Community Profile
It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 12th.
How many students attend Gateway School?
Gateway School has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Gateway School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gateway School has 26.7% math proficiency and 62.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (681/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mesa County
- Phone
- (970) 254-7080
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51- District Enrollment
- 20,078
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,834
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