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Gateway MS

Middle School · Gateway SD

4450 Old William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA 15146

Enrollment

1,013

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,067 of 2,846

In Monroeville

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Gateway SD

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Gateway MS

5.1/10

Middle School in Monroeville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gateway MS

Gateway MS is a public middle school in Monroeville, PA, part of Gateway SD. Gateway MS serves approximately 1,013 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,067 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Gateway MS show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • PA avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,197

Gateway MS — Students at Gateway MS score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
59%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Gateway MS Compares

See how Gateway MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in PA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers

Location

4450 Old William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA 15146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gateway MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holiday Park Intermediate Sch (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plum MS (rated 3.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), a more accessible option. Additionally, Life Male STEAM Academy CS (rated 3.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), a more accessible option. For more schools in Monroeville, see our Monroeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Evergreen El Sch Monroeville 0.6 mi 7.7
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville 0.6 mi 6.9
Dr Cleveland Steward Jr El Sch Monroeville 0.8 mi 5.5
KINDERCARE Monroeville 0.8 mi
Forbes Road Career and Technology Center Monroeville 0.7 mi 5.8
Gateway SHS Monroeville 0.9 mi 8.0
Spectrum CS Monroeville 1.0 mi 3.6
LEARNING TREE Monroeville 1.3 mi
NEW STORY Monroeville 1.3 mi 7.3
University Park El Sch Monroeville 1.6 mi 8.8
O'Block El Sch Pittsburgh 2.6 mi 6.7
Ramsey El Sch Monroeville 2.5 mi 7.7
Penn Hills CS of Entrepreneurship Pittsburgh 2.6 mi 6.6
Propel CS-Pitcairn Pittsburgh 2.9 mi 4.3
Penn Hills El Sch Pittsburgh 2.4 mi 6.5
Pivik El Sch Plum 3.3 mi 7.3
Plum MS Pittsburgh 3.0 mi 3.5
Life Male STEAM Academy CS Pittsburgh 2.9 mi 3.4
Holiday Park Intermediate Sch Pittsburgh 3.2 mi 6.8
Penn Hills SHS Pittsburgh 3.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,295

Median Home Value

$197,500

Median Rent

$1,163/mo

Population

28,422

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gateway MS

What grades does Gateway MS serve?

Gateway MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Gateway MS?

Gateway MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,013 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Gateway MS is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gateway MS rank in PA?

Gateway MS ranks #2,067 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Gateway MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Gateway MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway MS has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Gateway MS a charter school?

No, Gateway MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gateway MS a Title I school?

No, Gateway MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway MS?

100.0% of students at Gateway MS 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

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County

District

Gateway SD
District Enrollment
3,408
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,197
District Rank
#6 of 6

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