Alachua County Public Schools has a lot to be proud of this year. With seven schools earning a top spot in this year’s U.S. News & World Report.
These rankings are based on a wide variety of data, including graduation rates, college readiness, diversity and the number of students enrolled in advanced placement courses.
Each of these Alachua County schools listed below has a graduation rate ranging from 93% to 99%, with ample opportunities for students to prepare for college, take Advanced Placement Courses, and learn life-applicable skills. In short, these highly-ranked schools are providing students the opportunity to learn in the present while preparing for the future.
F.W. Buchholz High School
Gainesville, FL
#1 in Alachua County Public Schools
#66 in the state of Florida
East Side High School
Gainesville, FL
#2 in Alachua County Public Schools
#112 in the state of Florida
Professional Academy Magnet – Loften High School
Gainesville, FL
#3 in Alachua County Public Schools
#164 in the State of Florida
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, FL
#4 in Alachua County Public Schools
#181 in the state of Florida
Santa Fe High School
Alachua, FL
#5 in Alachua County Public Schools
#307 in the state of Florida
Newberry High School
Newberry, FL
#6 in Alachua County Public Schools
#407 in the state of Florida
Hawthorne Middle School/High School
Hawthorne, FL
#7 in Alachua County Public Schools
#510 in the State of Florida
Florida is the 5th most extensive school system in the United States, serving 2,781,139 students. There are approximately 4,229 public schools listed for the 2022-23 school year, and these highly-ranked Alachua County Public Schools are within the top 12% in Florida.
With a dedication to student learning, student engagement and retention, Alachua County Public Schools is indeed preparing students in the Greater Gainesville area today for an even brighter tomorrow.
By Meredith Biesinger.