Needs Improvement
#3593 of 3,778 schools in FL
Gulf Middle School
Middle School · PASCO
6419 LOUISIANA AVE, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Enrollment
858
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
858
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,593 of 3,778
In New Port Richey
#23 of 26
public schools
In district
#89 of 97
PASCO
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Gulf Middle School
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About Gulf Middle School
Gulf Middle School is a public middle school in New Port Richey, FL, part of PASCO. Gulf Middle School serves approximately 858 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gulf Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,593 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gulf Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Gulf Middle School 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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Gulf Middle School — Students at Gulf Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 4.0/10.
How Gulf Middle School Compares
See how Gulf Middle School 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
6419 LOUISIANA AVE, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gulf Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Port Richey, see our New Port Richey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GULF HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| JAMES M. MARLOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| DREAM ACADEMY SCHOOLS New Port Richey | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey | 1.4 mi | — |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Port Richey | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ELFERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MITTYE P. LOCKE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY PREV PK-5 New Port Richey | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| MARCHMAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE New Port Richey | 2.2 mi | — |
| CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| WENDELL KRINN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| THE RAINBOW TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY New Port Richey | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS New Port Richey | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS New Port Richey | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Richey | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,660
Median Home Value
$180,900
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
36,086
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
49.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gulf Middle School
What grades does Gulf Middle School serve?
Gulf Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gulf Middle School?
Gulf Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 858 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gulf Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gulf Middle School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gulf Middle School rank in FL?
Gulf Middle School ranks #3,593 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gulf Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gulf Middle School 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 Gulf Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gulf Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gulf Middle School a charter school?
No, Gulf Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gulf Middle School a Title I school?
No, Gulf Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gulf Middle School?
71.7% of students at Gulf Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 858
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.7%
- Phone
- (727) 774-8000
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #89 of 97
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