Gadsden Elementary Magnet School

200 Providence Rd
Quincy, FL 32351
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 130 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 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:

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)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1136 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
52%
65-69%
52%
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
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 #1136 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
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?
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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