Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golden Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Terrace Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Terrace Elementary 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 Golden Terrace Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1486 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
77%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Terrace Elementary School is ranked #1486 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Golden Terrace Elementary School?
501 students attend Golden Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Golden Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Terrace Elementary School?
Golden Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Golden Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Terrace Elementary School part of?
Golden Terrace Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 7/5/2020
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