F. W. Buchholz High School is a high school in Gainesville, Florida, United States. Buchholz is one of seven high schools in Alachua County. Opened in January 1971, it is the largest public high school in Gainesville, with 2,241 students in 2020.
Serving 2,444 students in grades 6-12, F. W. Buchholz 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F. W. Buchholz High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
F. W. Buchholz High School's student population of 2,444 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
F. W. Buchholz High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. W. Buchholz High School is 0.71, 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
#1289 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F. W. Buchholz High School's ranking?
F. W. Buchholz High School is ranked #1289 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are F. W. Buchholz High School often compared to?
F. W. Buchholz High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gainesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of F. W. Buchholz High School?
The graduation rate of F. W. Buchholz High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend F. W. Buchholz High School?
2,444 students attend F. W. Buchholz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of F. W. Buchholz High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of F. W. Buchholz High School?
F. W. Buchholz High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does F. W. Buchholz High School offer ?
F. W. Buchholz High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F. W. Buchholz High School part of?
F. W. Buchholz High School is part of Alachua School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2009
a. Quality of academic programs - Great!
b. Availability of music, art, sports, and other extracurricular activities - There are plenty of them. If there isn't one you want, you just make a group for one!
c. Academic or athletic awards - They award what needs to be awarded
d. Facilities - Very clean
e. Level of parent involvement - Parents are encouraged to be involved at the school
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