Serving 1,363 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School's student population of 1,363 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,363 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#640 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 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 88%.
How many students attend P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School?
1,363 students attend P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.k. Yonge Developmental Research School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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 18:1, 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 Prekindergarten-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 10/10/2025
Very good at attention and does very good math. Pretty good diversity.
5 10/10/2025
This school is really great and I think if you come to be a part of the BLUE WAVE Family you will love it.
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