Best Schools in Quincy, Florida
13 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 6 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Quincy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Greensboro Elementary School
Elementary · Gadsden. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Gadsden Middle School
Middle · Gadsden. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carter Parramore Academy
Other · Gadsden. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Quincy for 2026 are Greensboro Elementary School (6.9/10), West Gadsden Middle School (6.5/10), and Carter Parramore Academy (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$119,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$119,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.9/10 despite 84% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Quincy schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Quincy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greensboro Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | West Gadsden Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Carter Parramore Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Gadsden Elementary Magnet School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Crossroad Academy | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | George W. Munroe Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 7 | James A. Shanks Middle School | 3.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Stewart Street Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $39,219
- Median home value
- $119,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Quincy compares
Florida rank
#243 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$39k
52% of Florida median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Quincy, Florida
Quincy, Florida is home to 13 schools, including 13 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Quincy show moderate performance 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 Quincy is Greensboro Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Quincy is served by 1 school district: GADSDEN. These districts collectively serve 4,705 students.
Quincy's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,219. The poverty rate in the area is 33.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 298 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.9 |
| 2 | 130 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 504 students · Pre-K–3rd | 4.8 |
| 4 | 473 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 323 students · 4th–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 526 students · 4th–8th | 3.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · 4th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 536 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 31 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.3 |
| 4 | 8 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
| 5 | 25 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
| 6 | 2 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Quincy
Quincy, Florida · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,219
Median Home Value
$119,600
Median Rent
$838/mo
Population
16,808
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Community Profile
Quincy has a median household income of $39,219. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,600, with a median rent of $838/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 6
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Quincy, Florida
How many schools are in Quincy, Florida?
Quincy has 13 schools, including 13 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Quincy, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Quincy is 5.3 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 Quincy, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Greensboro Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Quincy, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is Greensboro Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Quincy, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Quincy on MySchoolScout is West Gadsden Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Quincy, Florida?
Quincy is served by 1 school district: Gadsden.
What is the education level in Quincy, Florida?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Quincy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Quincy, Florida?
The median household income in Quincy is approximately $39,219 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Quincy, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Quincy is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Quincy, 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.