Needs Improvement
#2077 of 2,221 schools in MO
Gateway Middle
Middle School · ST. LOUIS CITY
1200 N JEFFERSON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63106
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,077 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#163 of 193
public schools
In district
#55 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
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About Gateway Middle
Gateway Middle is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Gateway Middle serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,077 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Gateway Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Gateway Middle 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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Gateway Middle — Students at Gateway Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from MO 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: 4.7/10.
How Gateway Middle Compares
See how Gateway Middle 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
1200 N JEFFERSON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE (rated 4.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HOGAN ST REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | — |
| VASHON HIGH St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OLD NORTH ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| HENRY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JANAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | — |
| MUHAMMAD ISLAMIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,475
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
7,742
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
11.9%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRITTANY WOODS University City, MO | 3.8 |
| LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE MIDDLE Rogersville, MO | 3.8 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin, MO | 3.8 |
| ST. CLAIR JR. HIGH St. Clair, MO | 3.8 |
| KIPP TRIUMPH ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 3.7 |
| PLEASANT HILL INTERMEDIATE Pleasant Hill, MO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Middle
What grades does Gateway Middle serve?
Gateway Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gateway Middle?
Gateway Middle has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Middle is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway Middle rank in MO?
Gateway Middle ranks #2,077 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Gateway Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gateway Middle a charter school?
No, Gateway Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gateway Middle a Title I school?
No, Gateway Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway Middle?
100.0% of students at Gateway Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.4%
- Phone
- (314) 241-2295
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #55 of 63
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