GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS

GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS school district, located in St. Louis, MO with about 436 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gateway Science Academy of St. Louis (GSA) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in the St. Louis area. Operating with a core emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), the academy is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for success in higher education and competitive 21st-century careers. The school focuses on fostering a culture of innovation and critical thinking, blending a strong foundational curriculum with hands-on learning experiences to help students excel in scientific and technical fields.

The school is part of a network of charter schools managed by Concept Schools, which emphasizes a supportive, student-centered community and high academic expectations. By utilizing a data-driven approach to instruction and maintaining smaller class settings, GSA aims to provide personalized attention that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. Beyond academics, the school places a significant value on character development, parental involvement, and creating a safe, inclusive environment that encourages students to become responsible, globally-minded citizens.

For more information, contact GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS at (314) 932-7513 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.