Is GATEWAY ACADEMY a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for GATEWAY ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Tottenville-Charleston.

What grades does GATEWAY ACADEMY serve?

GATEWAY ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.

How do students get into GATEWAY ACADEMY?

GATEWAY ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is GATEWAY ACADEMY public, charter, or private?

GATEWAY ACADEMY is a private school.

What neighborhood is GATEWAY ACADEMY in?

GATEWAY ACADEMY is in Tottenville-Charleston, Staten Island.

GATEWAY ACADEMY

At a Glance

A Christian Elementary School Where Faith Meets Academic Rigor on Staten Island

Best suited for

Families on Staten Island seeking a Christ-centered elementary education with strong academics, small class sizes, and distinctive programs like ASL, fashion design, and early college exposure. It's ideal for parents who want faith woven into every subject and who are comfortable with a suburban, car-dependent commute.

What stands out

Dual enrollment college courses available to elementary students — unusual for this grade span
American Sign Language offered as a world language starting at a young age
Fashion design program integrates creativity with practical skills
STEM curriculum balanced with strong arts and music offerings
Accredited by three respected bodies including SACS, a regional college accreditor

Things to consider

Full-day Christian programming — faith integration is not optional but central to the curriculum
Staten Island location limits accessibility for families in other boroughs
Small school with limited data (only 8 Niche reviews) — hard to gauge long-term outcomes
Tuition of $9,300-$15,000 requires genuine financial commitment despite being moderate for private school
No middle or high school on site — families must re-enroll elsewhere after 5th grade

IdentityThe School Integrates Christian Faith With All Academic Subjects, Teaching That Truth And Wisdom Flow From Biblical Principles. Education Is Viewed As Discipleship — Equipping Students Not Just With Skills But With A Christian Worldview They Can Carry Into Middle School And Beyond.

Gateway Academy is a private Christian school serving pre-K through 5th grade, accredited by ACSI, SACS, and AdvanceEd. It operates as a ministry that partners with parents to develop students academically, artistically, and spiritually.

CommunityAs A Christian School With A Specific Religious Mission, The Community Tends Toward Families Who Share That Faith Tradition. The School Does Not Appear To Emphasize Ethnic Or Socioeconomic Diversity As A Core Value.

Families here are drawn to intentional Christian education and value a safe, structured environment. Parent reviews consistently mention caring teachers and a tightknit community feel. With only 8 reviews on Niche, the community is relatively small but highly engaged.

NeighborhoodTottenville-Charleston

Tottenville-Charleston sits at the southern tip of Staten Island, a residential area known for single-family homes and a quieter, suburban pace of life. The family density is moderate at 26 families per 100 — solidly family-oriented without the density of Manhattan or inner-ring Brooklyn.

This is a car-dependent neighborhood. Most families will drive, and the school doesn't appear to be within walking distance of the Staten Island Railway's main transit nodes. Expect a commute if you live elsewhere on the island.

Notable Programs

STEM programsArts and musicDual enrollment college coursesFashion designAmerican Sign Language

What Parents Are Saying

Highly positive reviews praising caring teachers, Christian values, safe environment, and academic excellence; rated 4.55/5 on Niche with 8 reviews

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GATEWAY ACADEMY a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for GATEWAY ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Tottenville-Charleston.
What grades does GATEWAY ACADEMY serve?: GATEWAY ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into GATEWAY ACADEMY?: GATEWAY ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is GATEWAY ACADEMY public, charter, or private?: GATEWAY ACADEMY is a private school.
What neighborhood is GATEWAY ACADEMY in?: GATEWAY ACADEMY is in Tottenville-Charleston, Staten Island.

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