GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 415 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Grand Island, Nebraska, serving students in the Grand Island Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and inclusivity. As part of a diverse school district, Gates Elementary works to provide its students with a strong foundation in core subjects while also integrating social-emotional learning to ensure that children feel safe and valued as they progress through their early educational years.
The school community focuses on collaborative engagement, encouraging partnerships between educators, families, and the wider Grand Island community to support student success. With a curriculum designed to meet the evolving needs of its student body, Gates Elementary prioritizes hands-on learning experiences and equitable access to resources. By maintaining a focus on both high expectations and personal encouragement, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, well-rounded citizens and lifelong learners.
For more information, contact GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (308) 385-5892 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803-5705
(308) 385-5892
GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 415 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 415
- Teachers:
- 24.17
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 415 students
- White
- 60.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 25.8%
- Black or African American
- 7.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.