Serving 824 students in grades 6-8, Howard W. Bishop Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard W. Bishop Middle School serves the northeast part of Gainesville, FL, covering an area of approximately 59.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard W. Bishop Middle School's student population of 824 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Howard W. Bishop Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard W. Bishop Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1936 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)28.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Howard W. Bishop Middle School's ranking?
Howard W. Bishop Middle School is ranked #1936 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Howard W. Bishop Middle School often compared to?
Howard W. Bishop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Middle School, Oak View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Howard W. Bishop Middle School?
824 students attend Howard W. Bishop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Howard W. Bishop Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard W. Bishop Middle School?
Howard W. Bishop Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howard W. Bishop Middle School offer ?
Howard W. Bishop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard W. Bishop Middle School part of?
Howard W. Bishop Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been at this wonderful school for 3 years now( in the academy), and it has been such a wonderful experience for me. Their teachers genuinely care about you, even if they don't show it all the time. They support you in school activities as well as activities outside of school. Their Deans and guidance counselors are very helpful and there when you need them. There are many clubs to choose from and the extracurricular activities you can do are amazing! Not to mention that we have amazing coaches for our sports teams! I reccomend Howard Bishop Middle School over all the other middle schools in Alachua County. Go Hawks!
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