Gateway Elem. vs Kipp Inspire Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 261 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gateway Elem.
ST Louis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
426 students
Kipp Inspire Academy
ST Louis · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
409 students
| Measure | Gateway Elem. ST Louis, Missouri | Kipp Inspire Academy ST Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1058 of 1,159 | #363 of 392 |
| National rank | #45721 of 50,301 | #13899 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 426 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 20% |
| city | ST Louis | ST Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.6 vs 19.3).
- •Gateway Elem. does better on math proficiency (21% vs 20%).
- •Kipp Inspire Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Gateway Elem. does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 11.4).
- •Gateway Elem. is the larger school with 426 students compared with 409.
- •Gateway Elem. is a public school while Kipp Inspire Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gateway Elem. better than Kipp Inspire Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gateway Elem. and Kipp Inspire Academy?
About 261 m in a straight line, between ST Louis and ST Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gateway Elem.: 426. Kipp Inspire Academy: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gateway Elem. and Kipp Inspire Academy rank in Missouri?
Gateway Elem. is 1058th of 1,159 and Kipp Inspire Academy is 363rd of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).