For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,549 students in 32606, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in 32606, FL is F. W. Buchholz High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32606 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32606, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32606 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is F. W. Buchholz High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32606, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
F. W. Buchholz High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5510 Nw 27th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-6702
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-6702
Gr: 9-12 | 2,416 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Santa Fe College Academy Of Science And Technology
Vocational School
Charter School
Charter School
3000 Nw 83rd St, Bldg G
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-5493
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-5493
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
3000 Nw 83rd St
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 395-5490
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 395-5490
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32606, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32606, FL include F. W. Buchholz High School.
How many public high schools are located in 32606?
3 public high schools are located in 32606.
What is the racial composition of students in 32606?
32606 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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