Golden Terrace Elementary School

2711 44th Ter Sw
Naples, FL 34116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 480 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 15:1 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 (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 480 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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 480 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

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 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1486 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
64%
52%
48%
52%
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
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 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?
480 students attend Golden Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Golden Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% 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 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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
First Day of School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School for Students and Staff
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 29, 2026 (Friday)

School Reviews

5   7/5/2020
This school is amazing.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Rose

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 480 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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