Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gadsden Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School's student population of 130 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden Elementary Magnet School is 0.37, 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
#516 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
78%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gadsden Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Gadsden Elementary Magnet School is ranked #516 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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?
130 students attend Gadsden Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gadsden Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 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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