Gateway School

1823 W 20th St
Joplin, MO 64804
Gateway School serves 11 students in grades 5-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : <50% (Top 1% in MO)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Gateway School's student population of 11 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Gateway School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
(18-19)
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Division Of Youth Service School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Gateway School?
The graduation rate of Gateway School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gateway School?
11 students attend Gateway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gateway School students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway School?
Gateway School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gateway School offer ?
Gateway School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway School part of?
Gateway School is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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