GATEWAY SCHOOL
GATEWAY SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE school district, located in JOPLIN, MO with about 9 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, GATEWAY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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 SCHOOL in Joplin, Missouri, is a specialized educational facility operated by the Joplin School District. It serves as an alternative learning environment designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional approach to education. The school focuses on providing a structured, supportive atmosphere that prioritizes individualized instruction, behavioral interventions, and social-emotional growth. By maintaining a smaller setting than a conventional high school, Gateway is able to offer more personalized attention, helping students stay on track toward graduation while navigating academic or personal challenges.
Beyond standard academics, the school emphasizes credit recovery and skill-building, aiming to re-engage students who have struggled in a traditional classroom setting. The curriculum and programming are tailored to prepare students for successful transitions, whether that means returning to their home high school, entering the workforce, or pursuing post-secondary education. By fostering a sense of community and providing targeted resources, GATEWAY SCHOOL serves as a vital component of the district’s commitment to ensuring that every student has a viable path to academic and personal success.
For more information, contact GATEWAY SCHOOL at (417) 629-3410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JOPLIN, MO 64804-0202
(417) 629-3410
GATEWAY SCHOOL is a public school in JOPLIN, MO with about 9 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
- Total Students:
- 9
- Teachers:
- 2
- 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 9 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GATEWAY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.
- White
- 88.9%
- Asian
- 11.1%
- Female
- 22.2%
- Male
- 77.8%
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.