For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,413 students in 32641, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 103 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 32641, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32641, FL are Caring & Sharing Learning School, Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School and Abraham Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32641 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32641, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32641, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caring & Sharing Learning School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1951 Se 4th St
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 372-1004
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 372-1004
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #22.
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3000 E University Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6839
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6839
Gr: 9-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Se 12th St
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6711
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6711
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Hospital Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1817 E University Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-7671
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-7671
Gr: K-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Joseph Williams Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Se 7th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6719
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6719
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Eastside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Se 43rd St
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6704
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6704
Gr: 7-12 | 1,291 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Lake Forest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Se 4th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6710
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6710
Gr: K-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
2802 Ne 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-7584
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-7584
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
2106 Ne 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6703
Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 955-6703
Gr: PK | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32641, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32641, FL include Caring & Sharing Learning School, Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School and Abraham Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32641?
9 public schools are located in 32641.
What percentage of students in 32641 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 32641 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32641?
32641 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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