GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

6500 S LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD
SARASOTA, FL 34231

www.sarasotacountyschools.net/gulfgate

655 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Gulf Gate Elementary School, located in Sarasota, Florida, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade. As part of the Sarasota County School District, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student population. The school emphasizes student achievement through a curriculum aligned with state standards, often integrating technology and extracurricular activities to enhance the overall learning experience.

The school is well-regarded for its community-focused atmosphere and active parent involvement, which play a significant role in the daily life of the campus. Beyond core academics, Gulf Gate strives to promote character development and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. For families looking for specific information regarding enrollment, academic calendars, or current programs, the school maintains an official presence through the Sarasota County Schools district portal.

655

Total Students

48.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	414
Hispanic	156
Black	28
Asian	12
Two or More	45

White
414 (63.2 %)
Hispanic
156 (23.8 %)
Two or More
45 (6.9 %)
Black
28 (4.3 %)
Asian
12 (1.8 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SARASOTA
Phone:	(941)361-6499
Website:	http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/gulfgate
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	655
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	246
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	81

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 36

Kindergarten 96

Grade 1 104

Grade 2 78

Grade 3 117

Grade 4 107

Grade 5 117

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	36
Kindergarten	96
Grade 1	104
Grade 2	78
Grade 3	117
Grade 4	107
Grade 5	117

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	315	48.1%
Male	340	51.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)