Excellent
#62 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 7% of private schools
Gateway Christian School
School
6623 FIVE PALMS DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#62 of 883
In San Antonio
#5 of 53
public schools
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About Gateway Christian School
Gateway Christian School is a private school in San Antonio, TX. Gateway Christian School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Gateway Christian 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.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Gateway Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gateway Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gateway Christian School compares to 543 public schools serving similar grades in San Antonio, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gateway Christian School (this school) | 8.0 |
| FRANK MADLA EL | 2.9 |
| FIVE PALMS EL | 4.3 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL | 3.2 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S | 7.6 |
| LACKLAND EL | 6.8 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS | 5.2 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE | 3.4 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 5.5 |
| SUN VALLEY EL | 7.6 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL | 5.4 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE | 3.9 |
| VALLEY HI EL | 5.9 |
| ALLEN EL | 4.0 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL | 5.7 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL | 7.4 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE | 5.2 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL | 4.3 |
| CABLE EL | 2.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6623 FIVE PALMS DR, San Antonio, TX 78242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SKY HARBOUR EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,979
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
35,976
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
29
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COVENANT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Round Rock, TX | 8.1 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio, TX | 7.9 |
| NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso, TX | 8.1 |
| KING'S ACADEMY Houston, TX | 8.2 |
| BRAZOS VALLEY CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryan, TX | 7.7 |
| RIVER OAKS ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Christian School
What grades does Gateway Christian School serve?
Gateway Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway Christian School?
Gateway Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Christian School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gateway Christian School rank in TX?
Gateway Christian School ranks #62 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Gateway Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gateway Christian School a private school?
Yes, Gateway Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gateway Christian School a religious school?
Gateway Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 674-5703
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