Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gadsden Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School's student population of 121 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Gadsden Magnet School's mission involves all students progressing towards the mastery of the Florida State Standards.
School Rankings
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden Elementary Magnet School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1136 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School is ranked #1136 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gadsden Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W. Munroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gadsden Elementary Magnet School?
121 students attend Gadsden Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gadsden Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gadsden Elementary Magnet School?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gadsden Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gadsden Elementary Magnet School part of?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School is part of Gadsden School District.
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