Gateway Legacy Christian Academy

Gateway Legacy Christian Academy is an elite private high school recently relocated to Florissant, MO. (7th - 12th Grade)
We focus on individualized lessons and character education.  Our goal is to educate students with academic rigor, passion, and creativity, balanced by teaching them leadership responsibilities and self-esteem.
Our academy represents a diverse range of socio-economic and academic backgrounds and communities from across the Metro-East region.
The Academy seeks to extend its reach beyond its student body by impacting students everywhere.
Gateway Legacy Christian Academy hosts international students from all over the world.
Over the years, we have had the honor and privilege of connecting with students from Italy, China, Japan, Thailand, Spain, Belgium, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Mexico, Korea, Latvia, Venezuela, and Brazil. Our class sizes allow us to meet each student's individual needs.
We have a top-notch sports program and a wide variety of P.E. classes. Our staff has a passion for teaching, and each student is loved and appreciated as an individual.
We have art, music, foreign language, technology, and extracurricular activities.
We are accredited by Cognia, recognized by the State of Missouri, and have an NCAA-approved program. Call for a tour today!.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 118 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
Campus Size
30 acres

Student Body

Total Students
118 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Gateway Legacy Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
25 students
Average SAT score
1200
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki, gray or black bottoms and any color polo or collared shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates for the 2024-2025 school year for American students range from $4500 to $6500, plus fees. Tuition rates and fees differ for International students, with housing and elite advanced athletics ranges from $22,000 - $36,000.
% on Financial Aid
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
90%
Admissions Director
Christina Way
Admissions Associate
Melissa Morrison

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Government


Arts and Music Programs:
Art & Photography

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Lion
  • Individualized Lessons
  • Character Education
  • Affordable Tuition
  • Caring Staff
  • Creative and Relaxed Environment
  • Foreign Languages
  • Music, Art, and Electives
  • Monthly Payment Plan available
  • Diverse Student Body
  • Foreign Exchange Program
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Gateway Legacy Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Gateway Legacy Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Gateway Legacy Christian Academy offer?
Gateway Legacy Christian Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Gateway Legacy Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gateway Legacy Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 118 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in St. Louis County, MO is $16,356 for elementary schools and $19,962 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in St. Louis County, MO is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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