- MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 791 students
- KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 741 students
- LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 714 students
- HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 694 students
- LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 692 students
- MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 672 students
- NEWBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–4 · 651 students
- IDYLWILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 627 students
- WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 573 students
- C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 540 students
- CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 501 students
- W. A. METCALFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 463 students
- GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 429 students
- ARCHER ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 413 students
- STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 403 students
- JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 398 students
- W. W. IRBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades PK–2 · 372 students
- CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 369 students
- ALACHUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades 3–5 · 323 students
- MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 312 students
- CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 282 students
- LAKE FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–5 · 268 students
- MICANOPY AREA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL INC. — Grades PK–5 · 212 students
- THE ONE ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE PROJECT — Grades K–5 · 176 students
- BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER — Grades K–5 · 171 students
- + 5 more elementary schools
- KANAPAHA MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,014 students
- OAK VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–8 · 962 students
- WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 854 students
- FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 840 students
- HOWARD W. BISHOP MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 824 students
- ABRAHAM LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 613 students
- A. L. MEBANE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 385 students
- RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL INC — Grades 6–8 · 107 students
- ALACHUA LEARNING ACADEMY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 63 students
- F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,416 students
- SANTA FE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 1,132 students
- PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 328 students
- SANTA FE COLLEGE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY — Grades 9–12 · 133 students
- SANTA FE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL DUAL ENROLLMENT — Grades 11–12
- GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 8–12 · 1,825 students
- EASTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–12 · 1,291 students
- HIGH SPRINGS COMMUNITY SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 902 students
- NEWBERRY HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 8–12 · 791 students
- HAWTHORNE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 6–12 · 472 students
- ALACHUA ESCHOOL (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE) — Grades 6–12 · 178 students
- NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL — Grades 8–12 · 169 students
- SIDNEY LANIER CENTER — Grades K–12 · 139 students
- CONSTELLATION CHARTER SCHOOL OF GAINESVILLE — Grades 1–7 · 98 students
- THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. — Grades 2–8 · 97 students
- SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. — Grades 8–12 · 97 students
- A.QUINN JONES CENTER — Grades 6–12 · 95 students
- MICANOPY ACADEMY — Grades 6–12 · 67 students
- PACE — Grades 6–12 · 51 students
- HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND — Grades K–12 · 29 students
- ALACHUA COUNTY JAIL — Grades 6–12
- ALACHUA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM — Grades K–12
- ALACHUA REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER — Grades 6–12
- FEARNSIDE FAMILY SERVICES CENTER
- WILES HEAD START
- AMIKIDS
- CHALLENGE AT ALACHUA ACADEMY
- SCHOLARS FOR SUCCESS
- SANTA FE COLLEGE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY9924
| Metric | Alachua County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 28,964 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 64 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,880/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 44th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About Alachua County School District
Zip code 32641 in Alachua, Florida is served by Alachua County School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Alachua County School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Alachua County School District 5 out of 10 — average among Florida public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Alachua County School District falls near the middle of Florida on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 32641
Children in zip code 32641 are assigned to Alachua County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 32641, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Alachua County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Gainesville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Alachua County School District serves zip code 32641, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 32641 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Alachua County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 32641.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Alachua County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 32641 data.