Very Good
#1592 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 19% in state
Houston Gateway Academy
Elementary School · HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC
3400 EVERGREEN DR, Houston, TX 77087
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,592 of 8,552
In Houston
#88 of 723
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Houston Gateway Academy
Houston Gateway Academy is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC. Houston Gateway Academy serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Houston Gateway Academy show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Houston Gateway Academy runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Houston Gateway Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Houston Gateway Academy — Students at Houston Gateway Academy score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 9.2/10.
How Houston Gateway Academy Compares
See how Houston Gateway Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3400 EVERGREEN DR, Houston, TX 77087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston Gateway Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DAVILA EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOLFCREST EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CRESPO EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| SANCHEZ EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| EARLY COLLEGE T-STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PSTEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE STEM ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHMAYD EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNELIUS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DEADY MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SEGUIN EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PARK PLACE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC ELITE COLLEGE PREP Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| DAVILA EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| BROOKLINE EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY - CORAL CAMPUS Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| HARTMAN MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MILBY H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BELLFORT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| GREGG EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,624
Median Home Value
$148,400
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
35,192
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston Gateway Academy
What grades does Houston Gateway Academy serve?
Houston Gateway Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Houston Gateway Academy?
Houston Gateway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston Gateway Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston Gateway Academy is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston Gateway Academy rank in TX?
Houston Gateway Academy ranks #1,592 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Houston Gateway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Houston Gateway Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston Gateway Academy has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Houston Gateway Academy a charter school?
Yes, Houston Gateway Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Houston Gateway Academy a Title I school?
No, Houston Gateway Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston Gateway Academy?
87.3% of students at Houston Gateway Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.7%
- Phone
- (713) 649-2706
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC- District Enrollment
- 2,157
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,152
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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