Gilchrist Elementary School serves 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Gilchrist Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilchrist Elementary School's student population of 831 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Gilchrist Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#130 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
11%
21%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilchrist Elementary School's ranking?
Gilchrist Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gilchrist Elementary School?
831 students attend Gilchrist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gilchrist Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilchrist Elementary School?
Gilchrist Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gilchrist Elementary School offer ?
Gilchrist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gilchrist Elementary School part of?
Gilchrist Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
School Calendar
View the Gilchrist Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break
March 11, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Holiday - All District Offices and Schools Closed
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Memorial Day - District Offices and Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fourth of July Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)
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