Serving 604 students in grades 9-12, Gateway Charter High 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Charter High School's student population of 604 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gateway Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Charter High School is 0.66, 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
#2784 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Charter High School's ranking?
Gateway Charter High School is ranked #2784 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gateway Charter High School often compared to?
Gateway Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Gateway Charter High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gateway Charter High School?
604 students attend Gateway Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gateway Charter High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Charter High School?
Gateway Charter High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Charter High School offer ?
Gateway Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gateway Charter High School part of?
Gateway Charter High School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
View the Gateway Charter High School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
2 10/31/2011
I read the first review, looks like a grad of Gateway alraight, thinking that high school starts at the 7th grade. I have taught in 5 school districts in FL. This was the end. I can not imagine a worse place for kids. No discipline at this school is enforced. I feel sorry for the community. This will be status quo I guess in Lee County soon. Most teachers here are retired and have decided to teach here in FL a few more years, like myself. It is little better than part time pay with poor benefits. The FCAT is a joke at this school, only 25% are required to take it. If I had to rate the school, I am sure fairly it is a D school. Students that transfer here from out of state quickly get dumbed down. You will see it in their test scores. They make you pay for paper for testing if you teach here for cutbacks. They do not let you leave anyone behind. They just keep them going out to pasture. The average graduate will have a hard time in life after this. Sorry, the truth needs to be said.
5 5/20/2008
I have been attending Gateway Charter School/Gateway Charter High School since I was in 7th grade. I am now in 10th grade, and I feel that this school has been nothing more than a huge family to myself and to others. Not only do you achieve a good source of education, but there are also many friendly people and teacher's that strive to help you learn as much as possible.
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