Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Kanapaha Middle 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kanapaha Middle School serves the southwest area of Gainesville, FL, covering approximately 44.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kanapaha Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kanapaha Middle 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 Kanapaha Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1447 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanapaha Middle School's ranking?
Kanapaha Middle School is ranked #1447 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kanapaha Middle School often compared to?
Kanapaha Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Clarke Middle School, Westwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kanapaha Middle School?
1,014 students attend Kanapaha Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kanapaha Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanapaha Middle School?
Kanapaha Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kanapaha Middle School offer ?
Kanapaha Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kanapaha Middle School part of?
Kanapaha Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
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