Very Good
#1419 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 38% in state
West Gate K-8 School
Elementary School · ST. LUCIE
1050 NW CASHMERE BLVD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Enrollment
1,582
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,582
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,419 of 3,778
In Port St. Lucie
#8 of 25
public schools
In district
#11 of 47
ST. LUCIE
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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West Gate K-8 School
Elementary School in Port St. Lucie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Gate K-8 School
West Gate K-8 School is a public elementary school in Port St. Lucie, FL, part of ST. LUCIE.
West Gate K-8 School serves approximately 1,582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Gate K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for West Gate K-8 School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at West Gate K-8 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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West Gate K-8 School — Students at West Gate K-8 School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 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 West Gate K-8 School Compares
See how West Gate K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 NW CASHMERE BLVD, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Gate K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY BETHANY (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MANATEE ACADEMY K-8 (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port St. Lucie, see our Port St. Lucie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34986 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,842
Median Home Value
$368,300
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
29,713
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
85.6%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
54.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Gate K-8 School
What grades does West Gate K-8 School serve?
West Gate K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend West Gate K-8 School?
West Gate K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 1,582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Gate K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Gate K-8 School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Gate K-8 School rank in FL?
West Gate K-8 School ranks #1,419 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is West Gate K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Gate K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 West Gate K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Gate K-8 School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Gate K-8 School a charter school?
No, West Gate K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Gate K-8 School a Title I school?
No, West Gate K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Gate K-8 School?
49.4% of students at West Gate K-8 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Lucie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (772) 807-7600
Resources & Links
District
ST. LUCIE- District Enrollment
- 46,987
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,177
- District Rank
- #11 of 47
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