Serving 681 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gulf Coast Charter Academy South 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 48% (which is lower 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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 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 681 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2020
Colors
Navy Blue and Gray
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gulf Coast Charter Academy South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 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
#1855 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
18%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)20.9%
35.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1855 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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?
681 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, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 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 17:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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