Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: William S. Talbot Elementary School serves the northwest part of Gainesville, FL, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William S. Talbot Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are committed to the success of every student.'
School Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William S. Talbot 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
#766 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)20.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 William S. Talbot Elementary School's ranking?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School?
573 students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of William S. Talbot Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William S. Talbot Elementary School?
William S. Talbot Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William S. Talbot Elementary School offer ?
William S. Talbot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William S. Talbot Elementary School part of?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
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