2020 Best Schools in Alachua CountyAbout this List

Oak Hall School

• Private School
• Gainesville, FL
• PK, K-12
• 30 reviews

Freshman: Oak hall is a superior college prep private school. Its small class sizes lend to excellent faculty, administration, and student guidance. The faculty are hand picked and committed to student success. All students are at least accepted into 1-2 colleges or universities. Sports programs are well supported and student body participation is strong because everyone gets to play. Being a small school does sometimes limit its sports programs successes however it enables coaches to provide strong individual player development should they want to pursue college athletics. In a nut shell, Oak hall is the best of the best!!
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• A+

• 798 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eastside High School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• 278 reviews

Senior: Going to school at Eastside high school is wonderful experience. I have been going to this school for three and a half years and I loved stepping foot on campus each and everyday. The school has very friendly environment and its filled with wonderful people. The first day I stepped foot onto campus, I at least made about 20 new friends. And as the first week rolled by, I racked up about a total of 50 new friends with a diverse mix of races and colors. The teachers at Eastside are even more wonderful! We have excellent teachers that make hard material seem like the work is effortless and facile. The teachers at Eastside will also take time out of their free time to help you with material that you didn't really understand to well.
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• A+

• 1,404 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School

• Public School
• Gainesville, FL
• K-12
• 143 reviews

Junior: P.K. Yonge is smaller than any other school I attended. At first it was extremely unfamiliar and I felt really out of place with how friend groups were already established and close knit- as it is also a K-12 school. Most of the kids here have been here since Kindergarten whereas, I've only been here since 7th grade. Nevertheless, I was brought into a friend group, and learned that smaller is better. Teachers aren't programmed to repeat the same things over and over. Instead, with smaller class sizes and block schedules, we're able to learn and really grasp the content which is what has helped me excell.
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• A

• 1,150 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Saint Francis Catholic Academy

• Private School
• Gainesville, FL
• 9-12
• 83 reviews

Senior: St.Francis Catholic Academy is a school that I have attended for four years, I have been there since the beginning, and everyday is always something new, from meeting new people to learning many different things. This school has taught me how to become a man and a leader, it has taught me that working hard everyday can lead me to success. Teachers are very nice and give you a second chance on work that you struggle with or do not understand, they also are always willing to help you whenever. St. Francis brings the positive side of high school instead of the negative.
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• A

• 225 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

F.W. Buchholz High School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 8-12
• 283 reviews

Senior: I believe that at Buchholz High School, we are all connected and become a big Bobcat family. While Alachua County is one of the lowest funded counties in terms of the School Board in Florida, we make do with what we have and the teachers have the student's best interests at heart. I would not trade my high school experience for anything. From football games, to pep rallies, to school plays, the Bobcat Spirit shines through. We are supportive of one another and protect each other like family. The academics offered are top-notch, including the teachers. Our AP classes have extremely high pass rates, and our academies have overwhelmingly high levels of involvement. Without those programs, students zoned for other schools would not have the opportunities they are given at Buchholz High School. The teachers and administration are focused on shaping the future generation of politicians, doctors, journalists, actors, and everything in between.
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• A

• 2,253 Students
• 33:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alachua Learning Academy Middle

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8

• A

• 50 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Healthy Learning Academy Charter School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• K-5

• A

• 100 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alachua Learning Academy Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• K-5
• 1 review

Niche User: This is a good learning center within the community of Alachua. The facility could use some work but otherwise is pretty safe.
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• A

• 109 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Gainesville High School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• 431 reviews

Senior: Gainesville High School is quite the interesting place to attend. There are a few magnet and cambridge programs with teachers that do the best to their ability. Most teachers there actually care a great deal about their students, and go out of their way to provide the best possible lessons. Gainesville High is also known for its immense diversity. No one will ever feel out of place, which is a good thing. The only thing that could use some help is the school itself in terms of structure. Most of the buildings there are pretty old and could use some remodeling. All in all, it's a great school.
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• A

• 1,815 Students
• 31:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hidden Oak Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5

• A

• 792 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Expressions Learning Arts Academy

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• K-5

• A

• 92 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

William S. Talbot Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 687 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kimball Wiles Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5
• 2 reviews

Parent: Both of my kids attend Kimball Wiles. My son is in 2nd grade and my daughter is in Kindergarten. We've had such a great experience with this school so far. It is a big campus with a lot of students but is very organized and has a nice community feel. The office staff/ admin and are all very informative and friendly. The teachers are FABULOUS and we are very impressed with the after school program on campus. (EDEP) The Gifted teacher for 1st and 2nd grade is pretty amazing too. We are so glad we made the switch from the local private school in Gainesville last year.
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• A-

• 826 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Micanopy Area Cooperative School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5
• 1 review

Freshman: The best experience I have had with the school. The teachers are truly amazing! Since the school has a smaller size, it is easier to connect with the teachers. Everyone, there is so hardworking and caring. I have gone back since I graduated from elementary school to volunteer because I love the atmosphere and it feels like home. As the school has grown, they have brought in even more hands-on resources and incorporate more technology into the lessons. The school is very well rounded in every aspect.
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• A-

• 216 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Meadowbrook Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• K-5

• A-

• 810 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5
• 1 review

Alum: Lawton Chiles Elementary School has outstanding teachers who invest so much of their time and money toward the children and their education. The school is like a family, and I still hold many special memories from when I attended.
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• A-

• 716 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cornerstone Academy

• Private School
• Gainesville, FL
• PK, K-12
• 15 reviews

High School Senior: Truthfully, I love this school. I couldn't have asked for a better school experience. Everyone is very accepting and loving. The teachers truly care for the students and want you to succeed.
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• A-

• 188 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oak View Middle School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 5-8
• 2 reviews

• A-

• 796 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

C.W. Norton Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5

• B+

• 673 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Archer Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-5
• 1 review

Parent: Great school with very supportive staff, teachers and Principal. They all know every child, family and there is a big community feel at school. Our son is in 1st grade and we've been extremely happy at Archer!
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• B+

• 506 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fort Clarke Middle School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 3 reviews

• B+

• 941 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kanapaha Middle School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8
• 1 review

Alum: It was amazing everyone from the admin to the teachers is incredibly supportive and understanding and loves to have fun!
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• B+

• 973 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

One Room Middle School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• 6-8

• B+

• 40 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Stephen Foster Elementary School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• K-5

• B+

• 529 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

High Springs Community School

• Alachua County Public Schools, FL
• PK, K-8
• 3 reviews

• B+

• 887 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio