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A.quinn Jones Center

High School · ALACHUA

1108 NW 7TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601

Enrollment

91

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,786 of 3,778

In Gainesville

#26 of 39

public schools

In district

#40 of 54

ALACHUA

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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5.0/10

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About A.quinn Jones Center

A.quinn Jones Center is a public high school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA. A.quinn Jones Center serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. A.quinn Jones Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,786 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for A.quinn Jones Center show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 91 students, A.quinn Jones Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, A.quinn Jones Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.6% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-50.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-46.8 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-27.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,075

A.quinn Jones Center — Students at A.quinn Jones Center score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 11.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 10.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.1% (2024 FAST)

Based on 26 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2024
Math
5%
ELA
7.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How A.quinn Jones Center Compares

See how A.quinn Jones Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in FL
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1108 NW 7TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A.quinn Jones Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE (rated 4.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MORNING MEADOW Gainesville 0.3 mi
PERSIMMON EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY LLC Gainesville 0.4 mi
GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville 0.8 mi 6.4
SIDNEY LANIER CENTER Gainesville 0.8 mi 3.9
CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY Gainesville 0.8 mi 5.3
P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL Gainesville 1.2 mi 7.6
ST PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL Gainesville 1.1 mi 7.0
RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL INC Gainesville 1.4 mi 5.0
LANIAKEA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gainesville 1.4 mi
HOWARD W. BISHOP MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 1.5 mi 5.4
PACE Gainesville 1.5 mi 4.9
NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Gainesville 1.5 mi 4.2
JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 1.8 mi 5.9
W. A. METCALFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 1.8 mi 4.4
STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.1 mi 4.4
ABRAHAM LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 1.9 mi 6.3
BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER Gainesville 1.9 mi 9.7
CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL Gainesville 2.1 mi 8.2
Z L SUNG SDA SCHOOL Gainesville 2.2 mi
WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 2.1 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,878

Median Home Value

$284,200

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

23,296

College Educated

61.6%

Homeownership

23.7%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

45.8%

Median Age

23

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A.quinn Jones Center

What grades does A.quinn Jones Center serve?

A.quinn Jones Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend A.quinn Jones Center?

A.quinn Jones Center has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A.quinn Jones Center?

The student-teacher ratio at A.quinn Jones Center is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A.quinn Jones Center rank in FL?

A.quinn Jones Center ranks #2,786 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is A.quinn Jones Center's MySchoolScout rating?

A.quinn Jones Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A.quinn Jones Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A.quinn Jones Center has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is A.quinn Jones Center a charter school?

No, A.quinn Jones Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A.quinn Jones Center a Title I school?

No, A.quinn Jones Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.quinn Jones Center?

91.2% of students at A.quinn Jones Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
alternative
Setting
Midsize City
County
Alachua County
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

ALACHUA
District Enrollment
28,749
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,075
District Rank
#40 of 54

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