Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
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Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway's student population of 785 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway is ranked #862 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway often compared to?
Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skywayis often viewed alongside schools like Goldsboro Elementary Magnet, Galileo School For Gifted Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway?
785 students attend Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway?
Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway offer ?
Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway part of?
Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway is part of Seminole School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 6/21/2024My daughter has been going to Galileo for 4 years now and we have been extremely happy with our experience. Galileo encourages project based learning and incorporates real life experience into subject learning. My daughter has thrived in this environment.5 6/15/2024We are thrilled with our decision to enroll our son at Galileo School for the Gifted, Skyway for his 5th-grade year. From the engaging orientation to the personalized attention, we''ve been impressed every step of the way. The teachers'' eagerness to understand our son''s needs and tailor their approach has surpassed our experiences elsewhere. The curriculum strikes a perfect balance between academics and enrichment, fostering his academic and social growth. We''re confident he''ll be well-prepared for high school. In summary, Galileo School has exceeded our expectations, providing an outstanding educational experience. We feel fortunate to be part of this supportive community. Highly recommended!Review Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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My daughter has been going to Galileo for 4 years now and we have been extremely happy with our experience. Galileo encourages project based learning and incorporates real life experience into subject learning. My daughter has thrived in this environment.
We are thrilled with our decision to enroll our son at Galileo School for the Gifted, Skyway for his 5th-grade year. From the engaging orientation to the personalized attention, we''ve been impressed every step of the way. The teachers'' eagerness to understand our son''s needs and tailor their approach has surpassed our experiences elsewhere. The curriculum strikes a perfect balance between academics and enrichment, fostering his academic and social growth. We''re confident he''ll be well-prepared for high school. In summary, Galileo School has exceeded our expectations, providing an outstanding educational experience. We feel fortunate to be part of this supportive community. Highly recommended!
Review Galileo School For Gifted Learning Skyway. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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