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Gateway High School
High School · Ottumwa Comm School District
907 Gateway Drive, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
38.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
38.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gateway High School
Gateway High School is a public high school in Ottumwa, IA, part of the Ottumwa Comm School District. The school serves approximately 230 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 38.3:1. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 49 points below the state average and 38% in reading/language arts, 35 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,091, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway High School is 38.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 230 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 38.3:1
- Address
- 907 Gateway Drive, Ottumwa, IA 52501
- Phone
- (641) 684-6597
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 5 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
How Gateway High School Compares
See how Gateway High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
907 Gateway Drive, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cardinal High School (rated 6.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Eldon). Another option is Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High (rated 4.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Eddyville). Additionally, Ottumwa High School (rated 4.3/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Ottumwa, see our Ottumwa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Elementary School Ottumwa | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Ottumwa High School Ottumwa | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Ottumwa | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Evans Middle School Ottumwa | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| OTTUMWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ottumwa | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Douma Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ottumwa Virtual Learning Ottumwa | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Pickwick Early Childhood Center Ottumwa | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Liberty Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Fremont Elementary Fremont | 13.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Cardinal Elementary Eldon | 10.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Cardinal High School Eldon | 10.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Cardinal Junior High Eldon | 10.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Blakesburg Elementary Blakesburg | 12.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High Eddyville | 13.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Eddyville Elementary Eddyville | 14.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Davis County Elementary Bloomfield | 18.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,091
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$955/mo
Population
30,341
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gateway High School has a median household income of $59,091. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $109,600, with a median rent of $955/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Choice Charter School Union, IA | — |
| Dubuque Online School Dubuque, IA | — |
| Woodbine High School Woodbine, IA | 3.6 |
| Baxter High School Baxter, IA | 3.7 |
| Alburnett Senior High School Alburnett, IA | 4.0 |
| West Marshall High School State Center, IA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway High School
What grades does Gateway High School serve?
Gateway High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway High School?
Gateway High School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway High School is 38.3:1. 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 High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gateway High School has 18.8% math proficiency and 38.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Gateway High School a charter school?
No, Gateway High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gateway High School a Title I school?
No, Gateway High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway High School?
69.1% of students at Gateway High School 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
- City Safety
- High (3,030/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ottumwa). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 38.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wapello County
- Phone
- (641) 684-6597
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ottumwa Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,011
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,391
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