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#1897 of 2,648 schools in NC
Gateway School
High School · Caldwell County Schools
1889 Dudley Shoals Road, Granite Falls, NC 28630
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,897 of 2,648
In Granite Falls
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#12 of 23
Caldwell County Schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Gateway School
High School in Granite Falls · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Dudley Shoals Elementary
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About Gateway School
Gateway School is a public high school in Granite Falls, NC, part of Caldwell County Schools. Gateway School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,897 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Gateway School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Gateway 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 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Gateway 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 School — Students at Gateway School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NC 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: 7.8/10.
How Gateway School Compares
See how Gateway School 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
1889 Dudley Shoals Road, Granite Falls, NC 28630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy (rated 8.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Caldwell Early College (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Caldwell High (rated 6.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granite Falls, see our Granite Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dudley Shoals Elementary Granite Falls | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| West Alexander Middle Taylorsville | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Hill Charter School Lenoir | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Bethlehem Elementary Taylorsville | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Granite Falls Elementary Granite Falls | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| South Caldwell High Hudson | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Granite Falls Middle Granite Falls | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| W M Jenkins Elementary Hickory | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Northview Middle Hickory | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Ellendale Elementary Taylorsville | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Hudson Middle Hudson | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hickory | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Viewmont Elementary Hickory | 7.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Hudson Elementary Hudson | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy Hudson | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Caldwell Early College Hudson | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Clyde Campbell Elementary Hickory | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Sawmills Elementary Granite Falls | 7.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Hickory High Hickory | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hudson | 6.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,713
Median Home Value
$197,800
Median Rent
$808/mo
Population
20,400
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
46.3
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| Henderson High Salisbury, NC | 5.2 |
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| WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY Wilmington, NC | 5.1 |
| C Joyner Greene Education Center Jamestown, NC | 4.9 |
| Global E-Learning Academy Elkin, NC | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway School
What grades does Gateway School serve?
Gateway School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway School?
Gateway School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway School rank in NC?
Gateway School ranks #1,897 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Gateway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway School?
95.2% of students at Gateway 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Caldwell County
- Phone
- (828) 396-8373
Resources & Links
District
Caldwell County Schools- District Enrollment
- 10,665
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,066
- District Rank
- #12 of 23
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