West Gate Christian School is proud to be celebrating our 60th anniversary during the 2025-26 school year! We are thankful for our families who are committed to giving their children a Biblical worldview by providing a Christian education.
We offer K3-12th grade courses and promote a variety of sports and fine arts programs for our students to enjoy.
Our mission is to provide students with a Christ-centered education and to instill in them a Biblical worldview which will prepare them for a life of service and success.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
West Gate Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, Autism
Year Founded
1965
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
Campus Size
14 acres
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
AP/Advanced Courses
Advanced GrammarCalculus
Trigonometry
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Required school uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
K3-K4 tuition $2750; K5 tuition $6250;1st-8th tuition $6750; 9th-12 tuition $7000
College Acceptance Rate
95%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Angelle Raymond
Admissions Associate
Justin Raymond
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Future Christian Educators of America Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Elementary Choir Elementary Band High School Band Individual Music LessonsFine Arts Competitions
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
- Interested families should contact the school office to schedule a tour. At the tour, you will receive a packet of information, as well as, the expectations of the administration. Propspective families should be faithful attenders of local Bible-preaching churches and must support the Doctrinal Statement of West Gate Baptist Church.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does West Gate Christian School offer?
West Gate Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is West Gate Christian School's ranking?
West Gate Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for West Gate Christian School?
The application deadline for West Gate Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is West Gate Christian School located?
West Gate Christian School is located in the Town N County Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 5 other private schools located in Town N County Park.
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