For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,825 students in 32609, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in 32609, FL is Gainesville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32609 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32609, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32609 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gainesville High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32609, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gainesville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 Nw 13th St
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-6707
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-6707
Gr: 8-12 | 1,825 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Alachua County Jail
Alternative School
3333 Ne 39th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-2160
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-2160
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Alachua Regional Juevnile Detention Center
Alternative School
3434 Ne 39th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-2105
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-2105
Gr: 6-12
32609, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1717 Ne 9 St
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 367-4369
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 367-4369
Gr: 6-8 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
125 Nw 23rd Ave Ste 3
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 381-1900
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 381-1900
Gr: 1-5 | 67 students
3500 Ne 15th St
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-6715
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 955-6715
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
3930 Ne 15 Street
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 336-4777
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 336-4777
Gr: 2-5 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
4180 Ne 15th St
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 376-4014
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 376-4014
Gr: 6-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32609, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32609, FL include Gainesville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 32609?
3 public high schools are located in 32609.
What is the racial composition of students in 32609?
32609 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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