Gulf

The Gulf District in Florida has 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The district is ranked 53 out of 68 districts in the state and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating overall low performance compared to other districts.

Among the schools, Port St. Joe Elementary School and Port St. Joe High School stand out with relatively higher test scores, lower chronic absenteeism rates, and higher spending per student compared to the other schools in the district. In contrast, Wewahitchka Elementary School and Wewahitchka High School struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates. The district as a whole faces challenges, with all schools rated 1 or 2 stars by SchoolDigger.

Addressing the high chronic absenteeism rates and underlying factors contributing to the low academic performance will be crucial for improving the educational outcomes in the Gulf District. While some schools, like Port St. Joe Elementary and High School, show promise, the district as a whole has significant room for improvement to provide quality education to its students.