Gulf Coast Vocational Institute serves 25 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 84% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gulf Coast Vocational Institute?
25 students attend Gulf Coast Vocational Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gulf Coast Vocational Institute students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are White.
What grades does Gulf Coast Vocational Institute offer ?
Gulf Coast Vocational Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Gulf Coast Vocational Institute part of?
Gulf Coast Vocational Institute is part of Sarasota School District.
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