Serving 3,192 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Gateway Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 3,192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gateway Charter Elementary School serves the northeast part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an area of approximately 129.8 square miles. Families typically can expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Charter School's student population of 3,192 students has grown by 195% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 103% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,192 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gateway Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Charter School is 0.66, 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
#1615 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Charter School's ranking?
Gateway Charter School is ranked #1615 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gateway Charter School often compared to?
Gateway Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Elementary School, Treeline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gateway Charter School?
3,192 students attend Gateway Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gateway Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Charter School?
Gateway Charter School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Charter School offer ?
Gateway Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Charter School part of?
Gateway Charter School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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