P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School

P. K. Yonge Developmental Research School is a PreK-12 public laboratory school of the University of Florida, in Gainesville, Florida, United States. The student population, selected by lottery, mirrors the demographics of the school-age population of the State of Florida.
Serving 1,340 students in grades Kindergarten-12, P.k. Yonge Developmental Research 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,340 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School's student population of 1,340 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1934
Colors
Blue White
School Calendar
Campus Size
32
School Motto
'We over me'

School Rankings

P.k. Yonge Developmental Research 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 P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School is 0.72, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#640 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
74%
52%
64%
52%
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School's ranking?
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School is ranked #640 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School?
The graduation rate of P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School?
1,340 students attend P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School?
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School offer ?
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School part of?
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School is part of Uf Lab School District.
In what neighborhood is P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School located?
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Gainesville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in University Heights.

School Reviews

5   10/27/2022
This school is really great and I think if you come to be a part of the BLUE WAVE Family you will love it.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Abby
5   1/31/2022
Very good at attention and does very good math. Pretty good diversity.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Person

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,340 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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