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Gateway Science Academy High School

Public Charter | Grades: 9-12

Address

5049 Fyler Avenue , St. Louis, MO 63139

Contact

314-261-4361

This school is wheelchair accessible

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About this school

Mission

The mission of the Gateway Science Academy of St. Louis is to provide quality education with an emphasis on science, mathematics, and technology while balancing all core subjects. We strive to create an atmosphere that provides students, parents, and teachers opportunities for continuous growth, enabling them to reach their highest potential.

Quick Fact 1

Gateway Science Academy has achieved the incredible honor of being named the #1 Best Charter High School by U.S. News Rankings. This distinction is a testament to GSA's unwavering dedication to providing an outstanding education, nurturing a supportive learning environment, and guiding students to reach their full potential.

Quick Fact 2

Gateway Science Academy is proud to boast a 100% college acceptance rate, ensuring that every graduating student has the opportunity to pursue their dreams at a higher education institution.

Key Upcoming Dates

Early Enrollment Application Open Date: 2023-11-01
Early Enrollment Application Deadline: Rolling

Events

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Total Students	372.0
American Indian / Alaska Native	N/A
Asian	3.8%
Black	16.4%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A
Hispanic	7.8%
White	59.7%
Multiracial	12.4%

Total Students	372.0
Male	N/A
Female	N/A
Limited English Proficient	12.4%
Students With Disabilities	6.5%
Low Income	51.1%

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5 Way Above Average 5 Way Above Average

Student Learning

City Average State Average

Title

This School

City Average

State Average

English Language Arts

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23.9%

46.8%

Mathematics

5 Way Above Average 4 Above Average 54.8%

20.2%

41.0%

Science

4 Above Average 4 Above Average 44.7%

21.6%

40.3%

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English Language Arts	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	N/A
Asian	N/A	43.6%	67.1%
Black	N/A	17.4%	22.3%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	N/A	24.1%	33.2%
Multiracial	N/A	63.2%	41.8%
White	N/A	62.0%	52.9%
Students with disabilities	N/A	12.9%	14.4%
Language Learners	N/A	17.5%	24.6%
Low Income	N/A	21.7%	32.4%

Mathematics	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	N/A
Asian	N/A	32.6%	62.7%
Black	N/A	15.1%	19.3%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	N/A	16.2%	32.3%
Multiracial	N/A	24.1%	36.0%
White	N/A	54.9%	46.7%
Students with disabilities	N/A	10.7%	14.4%
Language Learners	N/A	16.1%	26.7%
Low Income	53.1%	18.2%	28.9%

Science	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	N/A
Asian	N/A	N/A	64.9%
Black	N/A	13.7%	17.0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	N/A	19.5%	26.8%
Multiracial	N/A	80.0%	35.3%
White	51.9%	63.4%	47.5%
Students with disabilities	N/A	13.8%	14.5%
Language Learners	N/A	12.7%	17.6%
Low Income	N/A	18.4%	26.1%

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Title	This School	City Average	State Average
English Language Arts	0 0	50.7%	49.9%
Mathematics	0 0	50.8%	50.0%
About this data Academic Growth Why is this useful? Academic growth scores are useful for comparing how much students progress relative to where they started. What does this number mean? Academic growth is calculated by comparing the progress of an individual to his or her academic peers across a state or city region. Academic growth is calculated by comparing the progress of an individual student to his or her academic peers across the state. Scores of 50 indicate that the average student in this school is maintaining the status quo; scores above 50 indicate the average student is learning more than his or her peers statewide; and scores below 50 indicate that the average student is falling behind his or her peers statewide. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s MSIP5 APR Summary Report (Public).

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City Average

State Average

Enrollment

4 Above Average 5 Way Above Average 14.1%

5.0%

4.5%

Success

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Enrollment	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	4.5%	4.9%
Asian	41.2%	6.3%	9.5%
Black	5.7%	4.8%	2.9%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	0.0%	4.4%
Hispanic	10.5%	4.6%	4.0%
Multiracial	5.0%	5.2%	4.4%
White	15.3%	6.3%	4.9%
Male	N/A	N/A	N/A
Female	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with disabilities	0.0%	2.1%	0.7%
Students with disabilities	N/A	N/A	N/A
Language Learners	29.2%	4.4%	2.2%
Low Income	N/A	N/A	N/A

Success	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	N/A
Asian	N/A	N/A	N/A
Black	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	N/A	N/A	N/A
Multiracial	N/A	N/A	N/A
White	N/A	N/A	N/A
Male	N/A	N/A	N/A
Female	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with disabilities	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with disabilities	N/A	N/A	N/A
Language Learners	N/A	N/A	N/A
Low Income	N/A	N/A	N/A

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This School

City Average

State Average

Graduating in 4 Years

4 Above Average 3 Average 92.3%

77.0%

90.7%

Graduating in 5 Years

4 Above Average 4 Above Average 98.3%

83.9%

93.0%

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Graduating in 4 Years	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	90.8%
Asian	N/A	90.7%	95.5%
Black	77.8%	78.0%	86.1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	100.0%	88.4%	90.5%
Multiracial	85.7%	92.6%	90.7%
White	94.4%	78.6%	91.8%
Male	N/A	N/A	N/A
Female	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with disabilities	N/A	75.6%	81.7%
Language Learners	100.0%	73.2%	85.0%
Low Income	86.1%	76.8%	86.5%

Graduating in 5 Years	This School	City Average	State Average
American Indian/Alaskan Native	N/A	N/A	93.0%
Asian	100.0%	96.2%	96.5%
Black	100.0%	85.1%	90.1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hispanic	N/A	84.3%	92.3%
Multiracial	100.0%	100.0%	91.9%
White	97.1%	88.2%	94.0%
Male	N/A	N/A	N/A
Female	N/A	N/A	N/A
Students with disabilities	N/A	83.6%	86.1%
Language Learners	100.0%	83.4%	86.3%
Low Income	96.7%	84.0%	88.2%

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Title	This School	City Average	State Average
ACT Participation	4 Above Average 5 Way Above Average 100.0%	88.6%	65.3%
ACT average score	5 Way Above Average 3 Average 20.3	15.9	19.9
About this data ACT Participation & Score Why is this useful? ACT test results are an important indicator of graduates’ readiness for college and career. Colleges use ACT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. What does this number mean? Scores for ACT tests are reported on a scale of 1 to 36 (36 being the highest score possible). The composite score is the combined score of students’ English, Math, Reading, and Science results divided by four. A score of above 21 is generally above average, but colleges each set their own minimum requirements. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Building ACT report at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
First time freshman	5 Way Above Average 5 Way Above Average 66.1%	13.3%	18.3%
Students enrolled in remedial classes	0 0
About this data College Enrollment Why is this useful? College enrollment is a useful indicator of the degree to which students are interested in and prepared for college education. What does this number mean? The data shows the percentage of the previous year’s graduating class enrolling in either a 2- or 4-year institution of higher education. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Missouri Department of Higher Education website. Then click the link for Table 1.

3 Average 2 Below Average

Safety & Climate

City Average State Average

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
Attendance Rate	4 Above Average 2 Below Average 68.0%	52.3%	76.5%
About this data Attendance Why is this useful? Proportional attendance can give us a snapshot of how many students are regularly attending classes. What does this number mean? The Proportional Attendance Rate shows the percentage of students who are attending school at least 90% of the time. Where is this data from? For more information visit the MSIP5 APR Summary Report (Public) at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
Dropout Rate	0 0	9.2%	2.2%
About this data Dropout Rate Why is this useful? Dropout rates reflect schools’ abilities to meet their students’ needs and retain them throughout high school. What does this number mean? The dropout rate shows the percentage of students who don’t graduate with their cohort and don’t return to school for the following year. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Building Annual Dropout Rate report at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
On Basis of Race/Nationality	3 Average 3 Average 0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
On Basis of Gender	1 Way Below Average 3 Average 0.3%	0.0%	0.2%
On Basis of Disability	3 Average 3 Average 0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
About this data Bullying Incidents Why is this useful? The rate of bullying allows us to compare levels of hostility across different schools, regardless of school size. What does this number mean? The ratio shows reported instances of bullying in relation to the number of students. E.g. a ratio of 1:502 suggests that 1 in every 502 students experiences bullying. Where is this data from? For more information visit the US Department of Education’s Civil Rights Data Collection website. Select ‘Detailed Data Tables’. Search for {{ $school[‘ocr_name’] }}, then click on the ‘Bullying and Harassment’ links.

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
Out of School Suspensions (OSS)	0 0	6.4%	3.6%
About this data Discipline Why is this useful? Rates of out-of-school suspension and expulsion give an indication of the school’s climate and the frequency with which incidents are serious enough to result in disciplinary action. What does this number mean? Suspensions: This shows the number of student removals from school for disciplinary reasons per 100 students. Where is this data from? For more information download the Building Discipline Incidents file at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

4 Above Average 3 Average

Teacher Profile

City Average State Average

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
Average Years of Experience	5 Way Above Average 3 Average 11.6	7.3	12.7
% of Teachers with Advanced Degrees	5 Way Above Average 3 Average 60.3%	37.1%	58.7%
About this data Teacher Profile Why is this useful? Teaching staff with greater experience and/or advanced degrees are likely to have a strong understanding of their subject material. Importantly, these figures are not necessarily indicative of teacher quality. What does this number mean? Average years of experience represents the years of experience held by the average teacher in the school. Teachers on staff with advanced degrees represents the percentage of teachers holding a master’s degree or higher. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Building Faculty Information report at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

Title	This School	City Average	State Average
Students per Teacher	3 Average 4 Above Average 13.0	15.9	18.3
About this data Students Per Teacher Why is this useful? A low teacher-to-student ratio allows for each student to benefit from more one-to-one interactions with the teacher. What does this number mean? This figure represents the average number of students per classroom teacher in the school. It can be interpreted as an estimate of average class size. Where is this data from? For more information visit the Building Student Staff Ratios report at the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website.

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