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Best Schools in High Springs, Florida

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Public: 1
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.7/10
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High Springs Community School

8.0/10

Elementary · Alachua. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Living Springs Academy

7.4/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

1 public · 1 private

Avg Score

7.7

out of 10

Median Home

$254,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in High Springs

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 High Springs Community School 8.0 / 10
2 Living Springs Academy 7.4 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.7/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$69,871

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$254,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
25%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How High Springs compares

Median household income

$70k

93% of Florida median

About Schools in High Springs, Florida

High Springs, Florida is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in High Springs perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in High Springs is High Springs Community School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

High Springs is served by 1 school district: ALACHUA. These districts collectively serve 28,749 students.

High Springs's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,871. The poverty rate in the area is 13.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
High Springs Community School
937 students · Pre-K–8th 		8.0
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
Living Springs Academy Private
33 students · Kindergarten–8th 		7.4

Schools in High Springs

High Springs, Florida · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,871

Median Home Value

$254,900

Median Rent

$1,515/mo

Population

11,495

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Community Profile

High Springs has a median household income of $69,871. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $254,900, with a median rent of $1,515/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Florida
Elementary
2

Resources

🔍 Google "High Springs schools" 🏫 GreatSchools High Springs 📊 Niche High Springs Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

ALACHUA

68 schools · 28,749 students

Nearby Cities

Alachua (7 schools)
7 mi
Fort White (2 schools)
9 mi
Newberry (4 schools)
14 mi
Bell (3 schools)
17 mi
Lulu (1 school)
19 mi
Gainesville (60 schools)
19 mi
Lake Butler (3 schools)
19 mi
Archer (3 schools)
22 mi
Lake City (24 schools)
23 mi
Trenton (4 schools)
22 mi
Branford (2 schools)
21 mi
Bronson (3 schools)
26 mi
Chiefland (4 schools)
29 mi
Micanopy (2 schools)
29 mi
Old Town (2 schools)
29 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in High Springs, Florida

How many schools are in High Springs, Florida?

High Springs has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in High Springs, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in High Springs is 7.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in High Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked school in High Springs on MySchoolScout is High Springs Community School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in High Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in High Springs on MySchoolScout is High Springs Community School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve High Springs, Florida?

High Springs is served by 1 school district: Alachua.

What is the education level in High Springs, Florida?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in High Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in High Springs, Florida?

The median household income in High Springs is approximately $69,871 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in High Springs, Florida?

Yes, High Springs has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Living Springs Academy with a score of 7.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in High Springs, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in High Springs is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in High Springs, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.