Below Average
#1658 of 1,992 schools in MN
Gatewood Elementary
Elementary School · HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
14900 GATEWOOD DR, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,658 of 1,992
In Minnetonka
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Gatewood Elementary
Gatewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Minnetonka, MN, part of HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gatewood Elementary serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gatewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,658 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Gatewood Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Gatewood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gatewood Elementary — Students at Gatewood Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 2.7/10.
How Gatewood Elementary Compares
See how Gatewood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14900 GATEWOOD DR, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gatewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tonka Online K-5 (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Eden Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minnetonka, see our Minnetonka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| AGAPE CHRISTI ACADEMY Eden Prairie | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Eden Prairie | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA LLC Eden Prairie | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE Minnetonka | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Hopkins West Middle School Minnetonka | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Eden Prairie Online Elementary Eden Prairie | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MINNETONKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minnetonka | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF WHOLE LEARNING Minnetonka | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,287
Median Home Value
$478,800
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
21,255
College Educated
64.2%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMERICAN INDIAN MAGNET SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 4.8 |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport, MN | 4.8 |
| BIRCH LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake, MN | 4.8 |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji, MN | 4.8 |
| HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Waverly, MN | 4.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Faribault, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gatewood Elementary
What grades does Gatewood Elementary serve?
Gatewood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gatewood Elementary?
Gatewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gatewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gatewood Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gatewood Elementary rank in MN?
Gatewood Elementary ranks #1,658 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Gatewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gatewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Gatewood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gatewood Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gatewood Elementary a charter school?
No, Gatewood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gatewood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gatewood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gatewood Elementary?
57.6% of students at Gatewood Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (952) 988-5250
Resources & Links
District
HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,977
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,913
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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