Serving 673 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gulf Coast Charter Academy South 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 76% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South's student population of 673 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South 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 Gulf Coast Charter Academy South is 0.60, 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
#1623 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Track, Track and Field, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Coast Charter Academy South's ranking?
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South is ranked #1623 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Coast Charter Academy South?
673 students attend Gulf Coast Charter Academy South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gulf Coast Charter Academy South students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Coast Charter Academy South?
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Coast Charter Academy South offer ?
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gulf Coast Charter Academy South part of?
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Gulf Coast Charter Academy South located?
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South is located in the Central Naples neighborhood of Naples, FL.
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