Golden Gate High School is a secondary education school located near Naples, in an unincorporated census-designated place in Collier County, Florida, United States. Golden Gate High School is part of the District School Board of Collier County.
Serving 1,886 students in grades 9-12, Golden Gate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 1,886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Gate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Golden Gate High School's student population of 1,886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Golden Gate High School 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 Golden Gate High School is 0.44, 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
#1946 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Gate High School's ranking?
Golden Gate High School is ranked #1946 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Golden Gate High School often compared to?
Golden Gate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Ridge High School, Barron Collier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Gate High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Gate High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Golden Gate High School?
1,886 students attend Golden Gate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Golden Gate High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% 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 Golden Gate High School?
Golden Gate High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Gate High School offer ?
Golden Gate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Gate High School part of?
Golden Gate High School is part of Collier School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School for Students and Staff
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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