Needs Improvement
#3574 of 3,778 schools in FL
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
955 SE 18TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33035
Enrollment
1,315
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,315
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,574 of 3,778
In Homestead
#42 of 44
public schools
In district
#489 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
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Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
Elementary School in Homestead · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is a public elementary school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center serves approximately 1,315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,574 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
54% of students at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center — Students at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center Compares
See how Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
955 SE 18TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY (HOMESTEAD) (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN-MARTI SCHOOLS (INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Florida City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH HOMESTEAD (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,601
Median Home Value
$310,500
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
18,756
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
42.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
35.6
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| MILLENNIA ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 3.6 |
| INNOVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wesley Chapel, FL | 3.5 |
| LEHIGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lehigh Acres, FL | 3.5 |
| SOUTHSHORE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview, FL | 3.5 |
| TROPIC ISLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL | 3.7 |
| WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zephyrhills, FL | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
What grades does Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center serve?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,315 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center rank in FL?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center ranks #3,574 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center a charter school?
No, Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center?
72.3% of students at Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,315
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (305) 257-6000
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #489 of 497
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