THEODORE R. AND THELMA A. GIBSON CHARTER SCHOOL

THEODORE R. AND THELMA A. GIBSON CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 153 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 11 teachers, THEODORE R. AND THELMA A. GIBSON CHARTER SCHOOL 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.

THEODORE R. AND THELMA A. GIBSON CHARTER SCHOOL is a K-8 public charter school located in the historic Overtown neighborhood of Miami, Florida. Named in honor of the prominent civil rights activist and community leader Reverend Theodore R. Gibson and his wife, Thelma, the school reflects a deep commitment to the legacy of academic excellence and social advocacy. The institution operates with a mission to provide a rigorous, well-rounded education that prepares students to become productive, self-reliant citizens in a global society.

The school emphasizes a structured learning environment that integrates core academics with character development and community involvement. By leveraging its location in the heart of Miami, the school fosters a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve high academic standards while developing a strong sense of civic responsibility. With a focus on small class sizes and personalized attention, the Gibson Charter School aims to bridge educational gaps and empower its student body through a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and long-term academic success.

For more information, contact THEODORE R. AND THELMA A. GIBSON CHARTER SCHOOL at (305) 438-0895 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.