Serving 953 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, High Springs Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 953 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Springs Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
High Springs Community School's student population of 953 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Springs Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Springs Community School is 0.47, 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
#795 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
71%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 High Springs Community School's ranking?
High Springs Community School is ranked #795 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend High Springs Community School?
953 students attend High Springs Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of High Springs Community School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Springs Community School?
High Springs Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does High Springs Community School offer ?
High Springs Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is High Springs Community School part of?
High Springs Community School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
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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)
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