Gateway Polytechnic Academy

About Gateway Polytechnic Academy

Gateway Polytechnic Academy (GPA) is a private, college-preparatory school located in the heart of the city. Founded in 1990, GPA has been providing quality education to students from all backgrounds. The school is focused on providing a college-preparatory curriculum that is tailored to the individual needs of each student. GPA offers a wide range of courses, from the traditional sciences and mathematics to the arts and foreign languages.
GPA is committed to helping students become well-rounded individuals by offering a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs. These activities include sports teams, student government, student newspaper, yearbook, and various clubs and organizations. GPA also offers service learning opportunities, allowing students to gain experience in their field of study while also giving back to their community.
GPA has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. The school strives to create a supportive and welcoming environment for all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and religion. GPA also has a commitment to providing financial aid to students who need it, so that all students have the opportunity to receive a quality education. At GPA, students are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in college and beyond. With its strong commitment to academic excellence and a supportive and inclusive environment, GPA is the perfect place for students looking to get the most out of their education.

Address:	5149 S Signal Butte Rd Mesa, AZ 85212
Phone:	(480) 987-7440
Site:	–
Grades:	Pre-K – 6
Enrollment:	937 students

Overview Gateway Polytechnic Academy

Gateway Polytechnic Academy serves 937 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Gateway Polytechnic Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Gateway Polytechnic Academy

Gateway Polytechnic Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Gateway Polytechnic Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.