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Gateway Elementary School

13280 Griffin Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33913
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gateway Elementary 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gateway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Gateway Elementary School's student population of 846 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1992

School Rankings

Gateway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1374 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
57%
52%
53%
52%
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
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 Gateway Elementary School's ranking?
Gateway Elementary School is ranked #1374 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gateway Elementary School often compared to?
Gateway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Treeline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gateway Elementary School?
846 students attend Gateway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gateway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Elementary School?
Gateway Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Elementary School offer ?
Gateway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Elementary School part of?
Gateway Elementary School is part of Lee School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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