For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,325 students in 32606, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32606, FL are Hidden Oak Elementary School, Meadowbrook Elementary School and Fort Clarke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32606 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32606, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32606, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hidden Oak Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 Fort Clarke Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2801
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2801
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Meadowbrook Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11525 Nw 39th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2828
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2828
Gr: K-5 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Fort Clarke Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9301 Nw 23rd Ave
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2800
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32606, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32606, FL include Hidden Oak Elementary School, Meadowbrook Elementary School and Fort Clarke Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32606?
3 public elementary schools are located in 32606.
What is the racial composition of students in 32606?
32606 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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