Serving 1,873 students in grades 7-12, Gainesville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gainesville High School's student population of 1,873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesville High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1423 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
32%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville High School's ranking?
Gainesville High School is ranked #1423 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gainesville High School often compared to?
Gainesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F. W. Buchholz High School, Eastside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gainesville High School?
The graduation rate of Gainesville High School is 88%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gainesville High School?
1,873 students attend Gainesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gainesville High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gainesville High School?
Gainesville High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gainesville High School offer ?
Gainesville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Gainesville High School part of?
Gainesville High School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
View the Gainesville High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
Metcalfe/Rawlings: First Day for Students
July 16, 2024 (Tuesday)
10-Month: First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 7/27/2013
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