Gateway Christian School

PO BOX 1642

Roswell, NM 88202

11 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-12
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on March 17, 2018

People tend to be idealists, expecting Christian schools to be utopias compared to their public school counterparts. That would be great, except that Christian schools are composed of humans. As far as it goes, though, this is an above-average school. They concern themselves with the important things, and shrug off the less important ones. The chosen curriculum seems to be challenging, which is a good thing. I've taught a lot of programs over the years; I'm fairly good at spotting effective ones. Of course, it IS a Christian curriculum, so if that's not to your style, you won't like it. Over all, I'm pleased with my kids' experience at Gateway. I'm happy that Roswell has a school like this to offer.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2017

For a “Christian” school the hypocrisy never ceases to astound me. From the teachers, to students, and parents, they pose as “good christians”, however this is the exact opposite of how everyone acts. In terms of the education, I’m sure that you would be better off homeschooling your child. It is unchallenging and mind numbingly simple curriculum do not adequately prepare students for a college based curriculum. If you want your child to grow in a warm, accepting environment, with an open mind and well diverse culture, please do not send your child here. Gateway’s core values involve uniformity. In other words, if you are not white, Republican, or have money to throw around, you will not be shown respect here. Again, and I cannot emphasis this enough, if you want your child to grow intellectually, as a person who will be well rounded, educated, and diversified in matters of the world and how we interact in it, you’re better off teaching these values to them through other schools, because these values are devoid here.
Submitted by parent on September 27, 2013

This is to the parent who was dissapointed with particularly the front staffs inability to display Christian qualities. Could you clarify a little further please, I am very interested. Thank you
Submitted by parent on August 23, 2012

My children have been at Gateway for 10 years. We tried sending them to public school for two years (1-3 grades- son & 4-5 grades- daughter) and they were MISERABLE there. So we brought them back to Gateway. They are happy and PEACEFUL in this small class environment where they KNOW their teachers and classmates LOVE and CARE for them. They have great athletics, and are working to improve by adding a science lab and a new Track for Track & Field this year (2012). I will NEVER send my kids back to public or any other school. I have the very highest regard for the administrators and teachers. YES, THEY ARE CHRISTIANS. I don't know what that other parent means about favoritism?? All teachers have favorites- ever hear of "teachers pet"?? That exists in ALL schools, and is not exclusive to this or any other private or CHRISTIAN school. Students also test typically 2-3 grade levels ABOVE the national norms in ALL subjects. Here is a BONUS: All that memorizing Bible verses- guess what? It PAYS OFF- teaching important study skills they use thru high school and even COLLEGE. Another BONUS: PRAYER! You WON'T GET THAT IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, and even our Presidents support prayer.
Submitted by parent on August 10, 2012

I am sorry to read about the disappointed parent dated August 1, 2012. I have had disagreements with the staff, but when properly brought to the attention of the administrators, it was handled in a Godly manner. I don't expect for people to be perfect, because there is only one perfect being and that was Jesus. I couldn't even claim that a school could be perfect. For what public school is? The bottom line is that although Gateway is not perfect the staff there have truly reached out to my kids and the administrators are truly partners in training up my children.
Submitted by parent on August 01, 2012

Strongly agree the Abeka curriculum is the reason my kids are such great readers. I like the fact they give homework, and there is accountability required on the students behalf. HOWEVER...favortism reigns and it is very evident. Very dissapointed in a few teachers/front desk staff & administrators who claim to be Christian but who's behavior is anything but Christian. If they are what Christianity is, then I don't want to be considered one. I once could never imagine sending my kids to any other school, however this in fact is no longer the case.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2011

Gateway is an excellent school. I have three kids at the school. Their test scores are above average compared to national norms. The teachers are great. They have a good athletics program. One of my kids is graduating this year. She did very well on her college entrance exams. I have no reservations recommending Gateway.
Submitted by parent on February 27, 2011

Great school. High academic standards. Safe environment due to heavy focus on character development and a structured learning environment, We have had our children there for the last ten years. Great family atmosphere. Well developed arts and athletics programs. We have been very pleased.
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Submitted by student on March 31, 2007

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