Gates Middle School

School Overview
Gates Middle School, located at 460 First Parish Road in Scituate, Massachusetts, serves as a central hub for the town’s adolescent learners, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Scituate Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing core subjects like mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies with a variety of elective opportunities designed to engage students’ interests and promote personal growth.

Beyond academics, Gates Middle School places a strong focus on social-emotional development and community involvement. The school encourages students to participate in a diverse array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that build leadership, teamwork, and school spirit. By prioritizing communication between faculty, students, and families, the school aims to create a collaborative atmosphere that prepares its students for the transition to high school, ensuring they develop the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.
605
Total Students
58.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gates Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White540
Hispanic21
Black22
Asian5
Two or More15
American Indian1
  • White
    540 (89.4 %)
  • Black
    22 (3.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (3.5 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (2.5 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Scituate
Phone: (781)545-8760
Website: http://scit.org/gates
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 605
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 197
Grade 7 205
Grade 8 203

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gates Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6197
Grade 7205
Grade 8203
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gates Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27745.8%
Male32754%
Not Specified10.2%