Serving 791 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadowbrook Elementary School serves the west part of Gainesville, FL, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowbrook Elementary School's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadowbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowbrook Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#621 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Meadowbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Meadowbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Oak Elementary School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School?
791 students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Meadowbrook Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowbrook Elementary School?
Meadowbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowbrook Elementary School offer ?
Meadowbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowbrook Elementary School part of?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
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