GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH

GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the COLLIER school district, located in NAPLES, FL with about 641 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH (GCCAS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Naples, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school operates with a focus on providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes core subjects while fostering character development and personal responsibility. As a charter institution, it functions with increased autonomy, allowing it to implement specific educational philosophies and a tailored curriculum designed to prepare students for high school success and beyond.

The academy prides itself on creating a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere that encourages parent involvement and active student engagement. By utilizing a "back-to-basics" approach to education, GCCAS aims to cultivate strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. Located conveniently off Airport-Pulling Road, the school serves as an alternative to traditional district-run schools, offering families in the Collier County area a specialized educational choice focused on academic excellence and structured learning.

For more information, contact GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH at (239) 784-1539 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.