Serving 828 students in grades 6-8, Gulf Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gulf Middle School's student population of 828 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Middle School is 0.58, 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
#843 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
5%
21%
White
55%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Middle School's ranking?
Gulf Middle School is ranked #843 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Middle School often compared to?
Gulf Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trafalgar Middle School, Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Middle School?
828 students attend Gulf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gulf Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Middle School?
Gulf Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gulf Middle School offer ?
Gulf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gulf Middle School part of?
Gulf Middle School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Gulf Middle School located?
Gulf Middle School is located in the Pelican neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Pelican.
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