Golden Gate High School is a secondary education school located near Naples, in an unincorporated census-designated place in Collier County, Florida, United States. Golden Gate High School is part of the District School Board of Collier County.
Serving 1,867 students in grades 9-12, Golden Gate High School ranks in the bottom 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Gate High School serves the west part of Naples, FL, covering approximately 33.2 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Gate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Golden Gate High School's student population of 1,867 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,867 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Gate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Gate High School is 0.44, 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
#1946 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Titan Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Gate High School's ranking?
Golden Gate High School is ranked #1946 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Golden Gate High School often compared to?
Golden Gate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Ridge High School, Barron Collier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Gate High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Gate High School is 88%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Golden Gate High School?
1,867 students attend Golden Gate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Golden Gate High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Gate High School?
Golden Gate High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Gate High School offer ?
Golden Gate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Gate High School part of?
Golden Gate High School is part of Collier School District.
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