Serving 95 students in grades 6-12, A.quinn Jones Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
A.quinn Jones Center's student population of 95 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of A.quinn Jones Center is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≤20%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
21-39%
88%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are A.quinn Jones Center often compared to?
A.quinn Jones Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy For Community Education. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of A.quinn Jones Center?
The graduation rate of A.quinn Jones Center is 21-39%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend A.quinn Jones Center?
95 students attend A.quinn Jones Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of A.quinn Jones Center students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A.quinn Jones Center?
A.quinn Jones Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does A.quinn Jones Center offer ?
A.quinn Jones Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A.quinn Jones Center part of?
A.quinn Jones Center is part of Alachua School District.
In what neighborhood is A.quinn Jones Center located?
A.quinn Jones Center is located in the Fifth Avenue neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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