Serving 2,977 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%).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,977 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Charter School's student population of 2,977 students has grown by 167% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 1650% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 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
#1645 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
26%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Charter School's ranking?
Gateway Charter School is ranked #1645 out of 3,704 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?
2,977 students attend Gateway Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gateway Charter School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
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.
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