Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glen Springs Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to the success of every student.
School Rankings
Glen Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Springs Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Springs Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Glen Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Norton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glen Springs Elementary School?
443 students attend Glen Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Glen Springs Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Springs Elementary School?
Glen Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glen Springs Elementary School offer ?
Glen Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Springs Elementary School part of?
Glen Springs Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
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