For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,927 students in 32608, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 112 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 32608, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32608, FL are Expressions Learning Arts Academy, Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School and Kimball Wiles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32608 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32608, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32608, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Expressions Learning Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5408 Sw 13th St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 373-5223
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 373-5223
Gr: K-5 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2525 School House Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 333-2825
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 333-2825
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Kimball Wiles Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4601 Sw 75th St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6955
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6955
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Kanapaha Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5005 Sw 75th St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6960
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6960
Gr: 6-8 | 1,014 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Idylwild Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Sw 20th Ter
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6709
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6709
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3999 Sw 122nd St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6717
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6717
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
The Einstein School Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Sw Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 335-4321
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 335-4321
Gr: 2-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32608, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32608, FL include Expressions Learning Arts Academy, Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School and Kimball Wiles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32608?
7 public schools are located in 32608.
What percentage of students in 32608 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 32608 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32608?
32608 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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