Serving 1,315 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center's student population of 1,315 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center 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 Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center 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
#2979 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
44%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Environmental K-8 Learning Center's ranking?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is ranked #2979 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center often compared to?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Keys Gate Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
1,315 students attend Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center offer ?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center part of?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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