Average
#84 of 219 schools in DE
Top 38% in state
Gateway Charter School
Elementary School · Gateway Charter School
2501 Centerville Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#84 of 219
In Wilmington
#23 of 50
public schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Gateway Charter School
Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gateway Charter School
Gateway Charter School is a public elementary school in Wilmington, DE, part of Gateway Charter School. Gateway Charter School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Gateway Charter School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Gateway Charter School 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.
Test scores at Gateway Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Gateway Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Gateway Charter School — Students at Gateway Charter School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from DE 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: 8.7/10.
How Gateway Charter School Compares
See how Gateway Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2501 Centerville Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marbrook Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richey Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,883
Median Home Value
$309,700
Median Rent
$1,357/mo
Population
38,334
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DELMARVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS MILTON CAMPUS Milton, DE | 6.8 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL Wilmington, DE | 6.8 |
| Spring Meadow Early Childhood Center Townsend, DE | 6.8 |
| ST ANNES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Middletown, DE | 6.9 |
| ST EDMOND'S ACADEMY Wilmington, DE | 7.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dagsboro, DE | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Charter School
What grades does Gateway Charter School serve?
Gateway Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Gateway Charter School?
Gateway Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Charter School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway Charter School rank in DE?
Gateway Charter School ranks #84 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Gateway Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway Charter School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Gateway Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Gateway Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gateway Charter School a Title I school?
No, Gateway Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Castle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (302) 633-4091
Resources & Links
District
Gateway Charter School- District Enrollment
- 191
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,796
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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