For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 573 students in 32653, FL.
The top-ranked public school in 32653, FL is William S. Talbot Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 32653 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32653, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32653, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William S. Talbot Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Nw 43rd St
Gainesville, FL 32653
(352) 955-6716
Gainesville, FL 32653
(352) 955-6716
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32653, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32653, FL include William S. Talbot Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32653?
1 public schools are located in 32653.
What is the racial composition of students in 32653?
32653 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.