HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY

HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY INC school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 703 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY (HGA) is a public charter school system in Houston, Texas, dedicated to providing a high-quality, college-preparatory education to students in underserved communities. Operating across multiple campuses, including the one located on Evergreen Drive, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its focus on closing the achievement gap. By implementing an extended school day and year, HGA creates additional instructional time to ensure that students master core subjects, particularly in mathematics and science, while building a strong foundation for future success.

The school is widely recognized for its mission to serve a predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student population, often achieving high academic ratings despite these challenges. Beyond traditional academics, HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY places a significant emphasis on discipline, character development, and parent involvement. The school fosters a supportive, goal-oriented atmosphere that encourages students to aim for higher education, aiming to prepare them not just for state testing, but for long-term career readiness and community leadership.

For more information, contact HOUSTON GATEWAY ACADEMY at (713) 649-2706 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.