Serving 812 students in grades 6-8, Gulf Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gulf Middle School's student population of 812 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulf Middle 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 Gulf Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1123 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Middle School's ranking?
Gulf Middle School is ranked #1123 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Middle School often compared to?
Gulf Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trafalgar Middle School, Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Middle School?
812 students attend Gulf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gulf Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulf Middle School?
Gulf Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Middle School offer ?
Gulf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gulf Middle School part of?
Gulf Middle School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Gulf Middle School located?
Gulf Middle School is located in the Pelican neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Pelican.
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