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F. W. Buchholz High School

High School · ALACHUA

5510 NW 27TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32606

Enrollment

2,444

Student-Teacher

27.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Gainesville

#25 of 39

public schools

Florida high schools

#277 of 748

In district

#35 of 54

ALACHUA

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Strong

About F. W. Buchholz High School

F. W. Buchholz High School serves 2,444 students in grades 6 through 12 in Gainesville, Florida, making it one of the larger educational institutions in Alachua County.

With 90 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 27.2:1, which is fairly typical for a high school of this size. Academically, Buchholz High School earns a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1459 out of 3816 schools statewide, placing it in the 62nd percentile among Florida schools. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a 7.5/10 academic score, and 63% of students achieve proficiency or above in ELA/Reading across grade levels.

The school draws from a well-educated community in the 32606 ZIP code area, where 59% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $77,733. This educated population base, combined with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.2% and median home values around $294,900, creates a stable foundation for student learning. Located on NW 27th Avenue in Gainesville's mid-size suburban setting, F.

W. Buchholz High School serves families in an established community that values education and maintains strong socioeconomic indicators supportive of academic achievement.

What's said publicly about F. W. Buchholz High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

F. W. Buchholz High School is a public high school located in Gainesville, Florida, serving as one of seven high schools within Alachua County 2 . The institution opened in January 1971 and is the largest school in the county, enrolling 2,444 students during the 2023–2024 school year 2 . The school offers Beyond the Bell Magnet Programs 1 . In 2022, The Wall Street Journal described the Buchholz math team, formerly led by Will Frazer, as "America's greatest math team" 2 .
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What Parents Should Know

F. W. Buchholz High School is a large school with 2,444 students enrolled. Larger schools typically offer a wider range of academic programs, electives, and extracurricular activities. Parents may want to ask about how the school maintains a sense of community and ensures students don't get lost in the crowd.

The student-teacher ratio at F. W. Buchholz High School is 27.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66%
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness9.3Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation41.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio27.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,805

F. W. Buchholz High School — Students at F. W. Buchholz High School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.8%
School
State
52.7%

Based on 6 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2024
ELA
63%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How F. W. Buchholz High School Compares

See how F. W. Buchholz High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in FL
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
2.5/10
Below average
Environment
2.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers

Location

5510 NW 27TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering F. W. Buchholz High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. (rated 5.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Gainesville 1.1 mi 6.7
SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. Gainesville 1.5 mi 5.3
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Gainesville 1.9 mi 7.9
NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.0 mi 6.1
TRILOGY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.0 mi 6.4
WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL Gainesville 2.2 mi 7.8
LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.1 mi 7.3
MILLHOPPER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gainesville 2.0 mi 8.8
FLOWERS MONTESSORI Gainesville 2.0 mi
WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 2.2 mi 4.5
GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.3 mi 7.7
HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 2.4 mi 7.2
FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 2.4 mi 5.7
OAK HALL SCHOOL Gainesville 3.1 mi 7.5
GAINESVILLE COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Gainesville 3.3 mi 7.2
Z L SUNG SDA SCHOOL Gainesville 3.0 mi
C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 3.1 mi 6.0
CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY Gainesville 3.5 mi 7.3
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 3.7 mi 6.0
GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville 3.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,888

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,664/mo

Population

23,313

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

45.3%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding F. W. Buchholz High School has a median household income of $79,888. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $319,300, with a median rent of $1,664/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about F. W. Buchholz High School

What grades does F. W. Buchholz High School serve?

F. W. Buchholz High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend F. W. Buchholz High School?

F. W. Buchholz High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at F. W. Buchholz High School?

The student-teacher ratio at F. W. Buchholz High School is 27.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does F. W. Buchholz High School rank in FL?

F. W. Buchholz High School is ranked #2505 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is F. W. Buchholz High School's MySchoolScout rating?

F. W. Buchholz High School has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at F. W. Buchholz High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, F. W. Buchholz High School has 55.5% math proficiency and 65.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is F. W. Buchholz High School a charter school?

No, F. W. Buchholz High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is F. W. Buchholz High School a Title I school?

No, F. W. Buchholz High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for F. W. Buchholz High School?

36.3% of students at F. W. Buchholz High School 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,451/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gainesville). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
2,444
Student-Teacher Ratio
27.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Alachua County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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