Serving 42 students in grades 5-12, Gateway Achievement Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Achievement Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway Achievement Center's student population of 42 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The faculty and staff will provide a safe, caring, and productive environment for all students.
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
Gateway Achievement Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Achievement Center is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Achievement Center's ranking?
Gateway Achievement Center is ranked #338 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Gateway Achievement Center?
42 students attend Gateway Achievement Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gateway Achievement Center students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Achievement Center?
Gateway Achievement Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gateway Achievement Center offer ?
Gateway Achievement Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gateway Achievement Center part of?
Gateway Achievement Center is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
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