Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
William S. Talbot Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary 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 William S. Talbot Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#887 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
8%
36%
Black
18%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William S. Talbot Elementary School's ranking?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is ranked #887 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School?
649 students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of William S. Talbot Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William S. Talbot Elementary School?
William S. Talbot Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does William S. Talbot Elementary School offer ?
William S. Talbot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is William S. Talbot Elementary School part of?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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