Alachua Learning Academy Elementary

Alachua Learning Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Alachua, FL, part of the ALACHUA. The school serves approximately 102 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 98.3th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 82% proficiency in math, 23 points above the state average and 86% in reading/language arts, 31 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

With an enrollment of 102 students, Alachua Learning Academy Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Alachua Learning Academy Elementary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Located in a rural area, Alachua Learning Academy Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.