Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gulfside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulfside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gulfside Elementary School's student population of 419 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to providing a safe, caring, learning-focused environment where all learners are empowered to become leaders, innovative thinkers, and contributors to our community.
School Rankings
Gulfside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulfside Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2998 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulfside Elementary School's ranking?
Gulfside Elementary School is ranked #2998 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulfside Elementary School often compared to?
Gulfside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gulf Trace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulfside Elementary School?
419 students attend Gulfside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gulfside Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulfside Elementary School?
Gulfside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulfside Elementary School offer ?
Gulfside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulfside Elementary School part of?
Gulfside Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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