Serving 1,193 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gulf Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Elementary School's student population of 1,193 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Elementary School's ranking?
Gulf Elementary School is ranked #624 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Elementary School often compared to?
Gulf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Elementary School, Trafalgar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Elementary School?
1,193 students attend Gulf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gulf Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Elementary School?
Gulf Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gulf Elementary School offer ?
Gulf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gulf Elementary School part of?
Gulf Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
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