Gateway Charter Academy


Summary:

The Gateway Charter Academy district in Texas operates two schools: Gateway Charter Academy (an elementary school) and Gateway Charter Academy - Middle - High School. Both schools serve predominantly African American and economically disadvantaged student populations, but they struggle academically, with proficiency rates well below state averages.

The elementary school ranks in the bottom 1% of Texas elementary schools, with only 23.08% of 3rd graders proficient in reading, 10.71% of 4th graders proficient in reading, and just 2.78% of 5th graders proficient in math. The middle/high school also performs poorly, with proficiency rates below the state average in most subject areas and grade levels. Despite relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios, the schools in the Gateway Charter Academy district are failing to improve academic outcomes for their students.

The data suggests that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the poor performance of these schools. The high concentration of economically disadvantaged and minority students raises concerns about educational equity and access to quality learning opportunities. Addressing the systemic issues underlying these challenges will require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, professional development for teachers, community engagement, and a focus on addressing the root causes of the academic struggles.

District Detail

 6103 University Hills Blvd
Dallas, TX 75241

 (214) 375-1921

SchoolDigger Rank:
788th of 968 Texas districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 614

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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