Below Average
#2952 of 3,778 schools in FL
Keys Gate Charter High School
High School · MIAMI-DADE
2325 SE 28TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33035
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,952 of 3,778
In Homestead
#35 of 44
public schools
In district
#433 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Keys Gate Charter High School
Keys Gate Charter High School is a public high school in Homestead, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Keys Gate Charter High School serves approximately 731 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Keys Gate Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,952 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Keys Gate Charter High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Keys Gate Charter High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Keys Gate Charter High School runs 20.9:1 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.
Keys Gate Charter High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Keys Gate Charter High School — Students at Keys Gate Charter High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 25 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.1/10.
How Keys Gate Charter High School Compares
See how Keys Gate Charter High 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
2325 SE 28TH AVE, Homestead, FL 33035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keys Gate Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION A CAMBRIDGE ASSOCIATE SC (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL HOMESTEAD (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL OF THE AMERICAS (FLORIDA CITY CAMPUS) (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Florida City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Homestead, see our Homestead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keys Gate Charter High School
What grades does Keys Gate Charter High School serve?
Keys Gate Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Keys Gate Charter High School?
Keys Gate Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 731 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keys Gate Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Keys Gate Charter High School is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keys Gate Charter High School rank in FL?
Keys Gate Charter High School ranks #2,952 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Keys Gate Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Keys Gate Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Keys Gate Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keys Gate Charter High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Keys Gate Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Keys Gate Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Keys Gate Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Keys Gate Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keys Gate Charter High School?
62.7% of students at Keys Gate Charter High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 731
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (786) 272-9600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #433 of 497
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