Serving 1,582 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Gate K-8 School ranks in the top 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Gate K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Gate K-8 School's student population of 1,582 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Rankings
West Gate K-8 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 West Gate K-8 School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1396 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 West Gate K-8 School's ranking?
West Gate K-8 School is ranked #1396 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Gate K-8 School often compared to?
West Gate K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Lucie West K-8 School, Manatee Academy K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Gate K-8 School?
1,582 students attend West Gate K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Gate K-8 School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Gate K-8 School?
West Gate K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Gate K-8 School offer ?
West Gate K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Gate K-8 School part of?
West Gate K-8 School is part of St. Lucie School District.
In what neighborhood is West Gate K-8 School located?
West Gate K-8 School is located in the Saint Lucie West neighborhood of Port Saint Lucie, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Saint Lucie West.
School Reviews
2 6/2/2023
Hey, let's give everyone a 50 for just showing up so their entitled parents can be happy.
1 2/21/2022
This school is amazing, the teachers are really nice, they explain everything as simple so you can understand the subject you are learning A LOT BETTER.
1 9/17/2020
I do not recommend this school for special needs students. Terrible.
1 3/30/2020
In a world of limited resources, schools have to choose how much they give to the accelerated versus the struggling. All resources here focus on the struggling- Leaving my accelerated student in the dark. We will be gone soon to some place that challenges my child.
5 2/21/2019
Love this school
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