Serving 106 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gulf Coast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Coast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gulf Coast Elementary School's student population of 106 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Gulf Coast Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Coast Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#956 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
32%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
59%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Gulf Coast Elementary School is ranked #956 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Coast Elementary School?
106 students attend Gulf Coast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gulf Coast Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gulf Coast Elementary School?
Gulf Coast Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Coast Elementary School offer ?
Gulf Coast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulf Coast Elementary School part of?
Gulf Coast Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
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