Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Gateway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gateway School's student population of 80 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
69%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway School's ranking?
Gateway School is ranked #375 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gateway School often compared to?
Gateway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick County Virtual, Crossroads Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway School?
The graduation rate of Gateway School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Gateway School?
80 students attend Gateway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gateway School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway School?
Gateway School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gateway School offer ?
Gateway School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gateway School part of?
Gateway School is part of Carroll County School District.
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