Gates School

Summary:

Gates School is a public charter elementary school serving grades 1-6 in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, with a small student population of 109 students. The school is part of the Charter Institute at Erskine district, which is ranked 32 out of 77 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating. However, Gates School's academic performance raises significant concerns, as it significantly underperforms compared to the state and district averages on standardized tests.

In the 2022-2023 school year, Gates School had 0% of students proficient or better in Science, 9.5% in 4th grade ELA, and only 4.8% and 5% in 4th and 5th grade Math, respectively. These percentages are much lower than the district and state averages. Additionally, Gates School ranks 644 out of 644 South Carolina elementary schools, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it at the bottom of the state's elementary school rankings. This poor performance is not limited to a specific racial group, as the school's White student subgroup also ranks 455 out of 455 South Carolina elementary schools.

While Gates School has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 5.5% in 2022-2023, suggesting it may not be serving a high-need student population, the school's low student-teacher ratio of 6.4 in 2022-2023 indicates that it may have adequate staffing resources. However, the persistent academic challenges at Gates School raise questions about how these resources are being utilized and allocated to support student learning. Compared to other nearby schools, such as Daniel Island School, East Cooper Montessori Charter, and James B. Edwards Elementary, Gates School's academic performance is significantly lower, warranting further investigation and targeted interventions to improve student outcomes.

Detail:

Public, Charter 1-6

3003 Dunes West Blvd. Suite 2
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

(843) 981-2526

District: Charter Institute at Erskine

Student/teacher ratio: 6.4

Number of students: 109

Racial breakdown:

White:

87.2%

African American:

10.1%

Two or more races:

1.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 5.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Gates School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 1.92. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (87.2%), African American (10.1%), two or more races (1.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 5.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Gates School is 6.4. (See more...)

Compare Gates School employs 17 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Gates School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Charter Institute at Erskine:

SchoolDigger ranks Charter Institute at Erskine 34^th of 75 South Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Gates School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	SC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	1.92	644^th	644	0.0%

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Rank History for White students at Gates School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	SC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	0.94	455^th	455	0.0%

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Data source: test scores: South Carolina Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: South Carolina State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Gates School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2022	95	4	1	1	0	0	1	0	102
2023	95	11	1	0	0	0	2	0	109

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Gates School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	102	10.0	10.2	2.9
2023	109	17.0	6.4	5.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Gates School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	102	10.0	10.2	2.9
2023	109	17.0	6.4	5.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gates School

What district is Gates School in?

Charter Institute at Erskine

What is the racial makeup of Gates School?

Students at Gates School are 87% White, 10% African American, 2% Two or more races.

How many students attend Gates School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 109 students attended Gates School.

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