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Eastside High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Alachua County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 268 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Eastside High School is a top rated, public school located in Gainesville, FL. It has 1,404 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 46% of students are at least proficient in math and 51% in reading.
    Address
    1201 SE 43rd St
    Gainesville, FL 32641
    Telephone
    (352) 955-6704
    Website
    edline.net/pages/acps
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    Eastside High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    51%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    46%
    Average Graduation Rate
    91%
    Average SAT
    1330
    250 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    166 responses
    AP Enrollment
    47%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A-
    3. Housing
      C+
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $45,478
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $916
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $167,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    65%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 85 responses
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    • Football games
      18%
    • Spirit Week
      16%
    • IB Pinning Ceremony
      14%
    • Prom/homecoming
      13%
    • Athletic Events
      9%
    • School Plays
      9%
    • Pep Rallies
      9%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,404
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    50%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.30 responses
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.30 responses
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.30 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    26:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $42,237
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    7.5%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.34 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.34 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.34 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,410/ year
    National
    $12,239
    97%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.39 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.39 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.39 responses
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    Eastside High School Reviews

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    At face value, Eastside High School is just another underfunded public school. The bathrooms are gratified, the technology is outdated, and classrooms are overcrowded. Our cafeteria food is comically unappetizing. We take too many standardized tests, and there are stereotypes, class divisions- literally- and pressures that lead to unhealthy habits, cheating, etc.
    However, beneath the surface Eastside High School students can readily bond together in the hardest of times. I remember this clearly when we organized peaceful protest marches against societal/political issues; everyone chanting and walking as one collective mass. This unity is demonstrated again in students making class study guides, tackling difficult projects together, etc. We are a family with an extensive and versatile range of talents, and it can bean amazing experience to be a part of, one that truly prepares you for the future with people skills to go with solid intellect (fostered by IB and AP classes).
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    Eastside High School was the best decision I could have possibly made when looking at high schools that will better my education and life style resources; therefore, preparing me for the college atmosphere, and all things that pertain to it, and real life scenarios. I commend the Alachua County School board for their steadily hard work to keep the students involved in extra curricular activities. Being a IB student can really take a toll on a personal life when there is no time for anything but studies, but at Eastside they bring it to a point that individuals must interact with each other through many activities and clubs throughout the school. Eastside was an amazing experience, especially if you got involved; the only downside for me was that the school was across time and sometimes it was a rough to even travel the distance, but I guess you cant complain when you are for certain you are getting great experience for life. Go Rams!
    Transferring my senior year to a new school where I knew no one was a bit frightening. When I first arrived, I was greeted by my principle and his staff. Everyone was nice and I immediately got the feeling that this school was for me. The teachers really cared about their students education and about them personally. As the semester went on, I began to meet more and more people as well as joining their Track and Field team. Running for Eastside High School helped me to be able to run in college at Savannah State University in Savannah, Georgia. When the end of the semester arrived, I was happy that all of my hard work or the past 4 years paid off my receiving my diploma, but I also was saddened that I would be leaving my favorite school. I will never forget the countless laughter with friends, receiving additional tutoring from my helped teachers, or even running at track meets. My experience at Eastside has attributed to the person that I am today.