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#948 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Gateway Academy
Elementary School
122 POINCIANA BLVD, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#948 of 1,462
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Gateway Academy
Elementary School in Miramar Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gateway Academy
Gateway Academy is a private elementary school in Miramar Beach, FL. Gateway Academy serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Gateway Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
122 POINCIANA BLVD, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VAN R. BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Niceville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Niceville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miramar Beach, see our Miramar Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,269
Median Home Value
$679,800
Median Rent
$2,108/mo
Population
8,192
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
60.1
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| EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland, FL | 5.9 |
| FOREST CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 5.9 |
| LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 5.9 |
| MARCUS POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 5.9 |
| RAMONA BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Academy
What grades does Gateway Academy serve?
Gateway Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gateway Academy?
Gateway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gateway Academy rank in FL?
Gateway Academy ranks #948 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Gateway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gateway Academy a private school?
Yes, Gateway Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gateway Academy a religious school?
Gateway Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Walton County
- Phone
- (850) 654-9095
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