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Sea Gate Elementary School

Public Grades PK, KG-5
86th
SchoolDigger Rank ?
of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools
Better than 96% of Florida elementary schools
Summary

Sea Gate Elementary School is a high-performing public school in Naples, FL, serving 668 students from Pre-K through 5th grade within the top-rated Collier district. This school stands out for its elite and consistent academic record, ranking in the top 5% of all elementary schools in Florida for over a decade, a stability that sets it apart from nearby high-achieving peers like Pelican Marsh Elementary School and Vineyards Elementary School, which have shown more fluctuation in their state rankings.

Sea Gate’s math proficiency is a clear differentiator, especially in 5th grade, where 93% of students met or exceeded state standards—the highest among comparable schools and well above the state average of 62%. This strength in upper elementary math, consistently above 87% over the last four years, suggests a highly effective curriculum that prepares students well for middle school. The school also boasts remarkably low chronic absenteeism at just 7.3%, less than half the district average and dramatically lower than the state average of 31.4%, indicating strong student and family engagement. In contrast, nearby schools like Shadowlawn Elementary School and Poinciana Elementary School struggle with absenteeism rates more than double Sea Gate’s.

Interestingly, Sea Gate’s success is not driven by higher spending; its per-student expenditure of $15,335 is moderate compared to schools like Naples Park Elementary School ($22,192) and Poinciana Elementary School ($20,528), which have lower academic performance. This suggests that Sea Gate’s achievements stem from effective teaching, a strong school culture, and a supportive community. In a changing academic landscape where some nearby schools have seen declines, Sea Gate remains a reliable anchor of high performance, making it a standout choice for families seeking a stable, top-tier elementary education.

668
Students ?
14.5
Student/teacher ratio ?
$15,335
Per pupil spending ?
35.3%
Free/discounted lunch ?
 650 Seagate Dr
       Naples, FL  34103

(239) 377-8300

District: Collier


Students who attend Sea Gate Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Pine Ridge Middle School
High:    Barron Collier High School
Racial breakdown:

White:
57.8%
Hispanic:
33.1%
Two or more races:
4.8%
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At a glance
Ranking trend: Holding steady — 99th percentile in 2016 → 96th in 2026
Strengths
Test scores above the Florida average (86% vs 62% meeting standards)
Ranks in the top 4% of Florida elementary schools
Among the top-ranked schools in Collier
Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?
This school86%
District avg70%
Florida avg62%
86th of 2,240
Florida public elementary schools ?
Top 4%▼ down 2 pts since 2016
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SchoolDigger rating ?
2nd of 35Elementary Schools in the Collier
13th of 70Collier among Florida districts
Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)
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All Students

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankFlorida percentileRating
202692.486 of 224096.2%★★★★★
202592.0104 of 225895.4%★★★★★
202494.073 of 225696.8%★★★★★
202395.637 of 224098.3%★★★★★
202295.245 of 221998.0%★★★★★
202194.277 of 224796.6%★★★★★
201993.563 of 218297.1%★★★★★
201895.233 of 211898.4%★★★★★
201795.335 of 211298.3%★★★★★
201696.229 of 208798.6%★★★★★
201494.845 of 206497.8%★★★★★
201395.436 of 202998.2%★★★★★
201293.175 of 198496.2%★★★★★
201186.9179 of 198591.0%★★★★★
201085.8197 of 191989.7%★★★★☆
200988.1144 of 184792.2%★★★★★
200889.7112 of 178993.7%★★★★★
200794.331 of 178698.3%★★★★★
200695.725 of 168898.5%★★★★★
By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?
Math89%+25 vs state
Science84%+24 vs state
English Language Arts83%+22 vs state

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by a parent
Thursday, March 6, 2014

Open Quote Sea Gate Elementary is a wonderful school with dedicated teachers and staff and very involved parents. The school reaches high standards while making each child know that they are special and can achieve wonderful things. While people from other regions of the country frown on Florida schools, Sea Gate exceeds high national standards all in the gorgeous relaxed beachside environment of Naples. This school is the best part of raising children in SW Florida. Close Quote





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Frequently Asked Questions about Sea Gate Elementary School

In the 2024-25 school year, 668 students attended Sea Gate Elementary School.

Yes! Sea Gate Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 86th of 2240 Florida elementary schools.

Students who attend Sea Gate Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Pine Ridge Middle School
High : Barron Collier High School

Students at Sea Gate Elementary School are 58% White, 33% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 2% African American, 2% Asian.


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2025–26 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2026
2024–25 school spending dataMar 20, 2026
2024–25 graduation ratesJan 13, 2026
2024–25 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2025


SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Florida Department of Education.

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