For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,397 students in Gilchrist County, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in Gilchrist County, FL are Trenton High School, Bell High School and Gilchrist Virtual Franchise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilchrist County, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Gilchrist County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public high schools.
Gilchrist County, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Trenton High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Gilchrist County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Trenton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1013 N Main St
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Grades: 6-12
| 723 students
Rank: #22.
Bell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
930 S Main St
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3232
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3232
Grades: 6-12
| 648 students
Rank: #33.
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Grades: 6-12
| 26 students
Rank: n/an/a
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Gilchrist County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Gilchrist County, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in Gilchrist County, FL include Trenton High School, Bell High School and Gilchrist Virtual Franchise.
How many public high schools are located in Gilchrist County?
4 public high schools are located in Gilchrist County.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilchrist County?
Gilchrist County public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Gilchrist County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Gilchrist County include: Bell High School vs. Trenton High School, Trenton High School vs. Bell High School, Gilchrist Virtual Franchise vs. Trenton High School
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