Newgate School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 216 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,000
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Newgate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Newgate School
Nursery	12
Pre-K	31
Kind	29
1	9
2	13
3	9
4	10
5	10
6	12
7	12
8	15
9	11
10	17
11	14
12	12

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Year Founded

1984

School Calendar

School Motto

Nurturing curiosity, creativity, and a sense of wonder

Student Body

Total Students

216 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

23 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

14 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki pants/shorts and logo collared shirts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International Montessori Council (IMC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $18,550 for half-day early childhood programs to $20,855 for senior high school.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

After School Enrichment Program

Recreational Athletic Programs:

After School ProgramPickle Ball

School Notes

NewGate is an international, coeducational, non-sectarian Montessori school that provides a dynamic college preparatory education.
At the heart of NewGate is a mission to create an environment where children develop a deep love for themselves, others, and the world around them.
We strive to nurture open-minded, compassionate individuals who embrace the diversity of the human experience and are eager to make a positive impact.
Our approach combines rigorous academic training with a focus on personal growth.
We want our students to thrive not just academically but also socially, emotionally, and creatively.
We encourage them to explore their creative potential, find joy in learning, and appreciate the value of knowledge, creativity, and humor.
This is a school where everyone knows your name, and students will not be lost in the crowd.
It is a close-knit community.
NewGate aims to cultivate responsible, critical thinkers who are caring members of a global society.
We believe in empowering our students to recognize their own potential and to understand that they have the power and resources to effect change in the world.
Over the last 40 years, NewGate graduates have grown to become well-rounded, fulfilled individuals who are happy and successful and lead meaningful lives.

New Gate is an international, coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory Montessori school. For us the parents, faculty, staff, and board of the New Gate School, this means that our ongoing task is to create, enhance, and maintain the environment and conditions that will, in a developmentally appropriate way, most effectively and positively lead the children to love themselves, to love others and to love the great wonders of the vast world around us. Our goals for students are for them to be open minded and compassionate, to gain a sense of themselves and others, and to understand and appreciate the diversity of the human condition. The New Gate School wants students to be well trained in the basic academic disciplines, to fulfill their creative potential, and to gain satisfaction in their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. We want students to love learning and to value knowledge, creativity, and humor. It is our hope that students will be responsible citizens, critical thinkers, caring members of a pluralistic society, and will recognize that they have the power and resources to effect change. Finally, it is our hope that the students at New Gate School will aspire to pursue and achieve their goals.

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How much does Newgate School cost?

Newgate School's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.

What is Newgate School's ranking?

Newgate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Newgate School?

The application deadline for Newgate School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 6/2/2025

I am very grateful for NewGate School. My daughters have been attending this school for the fourth year in a row. The teachers and staff have contributed to their progress, and they always come home happy and with a learning experience. They have wonderful friends and enjoy the academic, cultural, and athletic activities.

- Posted by Parent - Yeni P. Horta

5 6/2/2023

NewGate School IB Montessori is an immense educational opportunity for our daughters. In a school year, we have seen them grow, develop and learn with happiness. Relations with his teacher and fellow students are excellent. We are proud and pleased to choose the Montessori Method offered at this institution. I would recommend it 100%.

- Posted by Parent - Yeni

5 3/7/2020

Newgate is an amazing school! They promote peace, kindness, and respect in a world that needs it more than anything else. My children have never been happier!

- Posted by Parent - Nicole

5 8/21/2019

Love, love, love this school. My children adore their teachers and continue to grow. We could not be happier to be a part of such an amazing school community.

- Posted by Parent - Sue

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