Serving 771 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Learning Gate Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Learning Gate Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Learning Gate Community School's student population of 771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
Campus Size
27
School Motto
Nature is our Best Teacher
School Rankings
Learning Gate Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Learning Gate Community School is 0.54, 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
#875 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
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 Learning Gate Community School's ranking?
Learning Gate Community School is ranked #875 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Learning Gate Community School often compared to?
Learning Gate Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lutz Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Learning Gate Community School?
771 students attend Learning Gate Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Learning Gate Community School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Learning Gate Community School?
Learning Gate Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Learning Gate Community School offer ?
Learning Gate Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Learning Gate Community School part of?
Learning Gate Community School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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