Serving 247 students in grades 6-8, Gateway Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3634 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Middle School's ranking?
Gateway Middle School is ranked #3634 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gateway Middle School often compared to?
Gateway Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Arts Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gateway Middle School?
247 students attend Gateway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Gateway Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Middle School?
Gateway Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gateway Middle School offer ?
Gateway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gateway Middle School part of?
Gateway Middle School is part of Gateway Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Middle School located?
Gateway Middle School is located in the Western Addition neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Western Addition.
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