Serving 2,312 students in grades 9-12, Gateway High School 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway High School's student population of 2,312 students has grown by 444% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 252% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway High School is 0.64, 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
#2321 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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 High School's ranking?
Gateway High School is ranked #2321 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gateway High School often compared to?
Gateway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gateway High School?
2,312 students attend Gateway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gateway High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway High School?
Gateway High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway High School offer ?
Gateway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway High School part of?
Gateway High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway High School located?
Gateway High School is located in the Sunshine neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL.
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