Serving 865 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gulf Breeze Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Breeze Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Breeze Elementary School's student population of 865 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Gulf Breeze Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Breeze Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#70 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
84%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Breeze Elementary School's ranking?
Gulf Breeze Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Breeze Elementary School often compared to?
Gulf Breeze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Breeze Elementary School?
865 students attend Gulf Breeze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gulf Breeze Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gulf Breeze Elementary School?
Gulf Breeze Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Breeze Elementary School offer ?
Gulf Breeze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulf Breeze Elementary School part of?
Gulf Breeze Elementary School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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