WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 800 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 63 teachers, WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in West Palm Beach, Florida, serving students in grades PK through 5. Situated in a residential area of Palm Beach County, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The campus focuses on preparing its diverse student body for future success by utilizing a standards-based curriculum and promoting active engagement in the classroom.
Beyond core academics, West Gate Elementary prioritizes community involvement and family partnerships to enhance the educational experience. The school aims to cultivate a sense of responsibility and curiosity in its students, providing various resources and programs designed to meet individual learning needs. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and consistent communication with parents, West Gate Elementary strives to create a stable and encouraging foundation for its young learners as they progress toward middle school.
For more information, contact WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (561) 684-7100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33409-5025
(561) 684-7100
WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 800 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- PALM BEACH
- Total Students:
- 800
- Teachers:
- 63
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 800 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 81% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 81.0%
- Black or African American
- 14.0%
- White
- 4.3%
- Two or more races
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Asian
- 0.1%
- Female
- 46.3%
- Male
- 53.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.