Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Gate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Gate Elementary School serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Gate Elementary School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Rankings
West Gate Elementary 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 West Gate Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#3234 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
84%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Gate Elementary School's ranking?
West Gate Elementary School is ranked #3234 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Gate Elementary School?
767 students attend West Gate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Gate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Gate Elementary School?
West Gate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Gate Elementary School offer ?
West Gate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Gate Elementary School part of?
West Gate Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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