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Excellent

#265 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 7% in state

Golden Gate Elementary School

Elementary School · COLLIER

4911 20TH PL SW, Naples, FL 34116

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#265 of 3,778

In Naples

#12 of 49

public schools

In district

#21 of 64

COLLIER

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Golden Gate Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Naples · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Herbert Cambridge Elementary School

9.1/10

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7.3/10

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About Golden Gate Elementary School

Golden Gate Elementary School is a public elementary school in Naples, FL, part of COLLIER. Golden Gate Elementary School serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Gate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Golden Gate Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,103
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Golden Gate Elementary School — Students at Golden Gate Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
63.4%
ELA
48.4%
2024
Math
66.7%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Golden Gate Elementary School Compares

See how Golden Gate Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
93th percentile in FL
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4911 20TH PL SW, Naples, FL 34116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Golden Gate Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is VINEYARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, POINCIANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naples, see our Naples schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HERBERT CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 0.2 mi 9.1
GOLDEN GATE MIDDLE SCHOOL Naples 0.9 mi 7.3
GOLDEN TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 1.0 mi 8.3
LAVERN GAYNOR ELEMENTARY Naples 1.3 mi 8.1
ST JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Naples 1.4 mi 7.2
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY COLLIER Naples 1.6 mi 6.3
NAPLES AREA TEENAGE PARENTING Naples 1.7 mi
GOLDEN GATE HIGH SCHOOL Naples 1.7 mi 6.1
MIKE DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 1.7 mi 8.7
CALUSA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.3 mi 7.5
ECOLLIER ACADEMY Naples 3.3 mi
BIG CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.3 mi 8.8
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF NAPLES Naples 3.5 mi 6.8
SEACREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Naples 4.0 mi 7.6
VINEYARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.9 mi 9.1
OSCEOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 3.7 mi 8.8
BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL Naples 3.9 mi 7.7
POINCIANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 4.0 mi 9.0
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Naples 4.2 mi 5.7
EMILIO SANCHEZ AMERICAN SCHOOL Naples 4.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,204

Median Home Value

$392,700

Median Rent

$1,663/mo

Population

34,872

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

36.3

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BROOKER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tarpon Springs, FL 8.8
DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 8.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Golden Gate Elementary School

What grades does Golden Gate Elementary School serve?

Golden Gate Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Golden Gate Elementary School?

Golden Gate Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Gate Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Golden Gate Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Golden Gate Elementary School rank in FL?

Golden Gate Elementary School ranks #265 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Golden Gate Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Golden Gate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Golden Gate Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Gate Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Golden Gate Elementary School a charter school?

No, Golden Gate Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Golden Gate Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Golden Gate Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Golden Gate Elementary School?

63.9% of students at Golden Gate Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

COLLIER
District Enrollment
48,282
Schools in District
74
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,103
District Rank
#21 of 64

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