For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,196 students in 32608, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL are Kanapaha Middle School, Amikids and The Einstein School Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32608 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32608, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32608, FL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,070 students
Rank: #22.
Amikids
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6815 Sw Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 336-4657
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 336-4657
Grades: 6-12
| 26 students
Rank: #33.
The Einstein School Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Grades: 2-8
| 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL include Kanapaha Middle School, Amikids and The Einstein School Inc..
How many public middle schools are located in 32608?
3 public middle schools are located in 32608.
What is the racial composition of students in 32608?
32608 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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