Very Good
#336 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 23% of private schools
Gainesville County Day School
Elementary School
6801 SW 24TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32607
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#336 of 1,462
In Gainesville
#5 of 11
public schools
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Gainesville County Day School
Elementary School in Gainesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gainesville County Day School
Gainesville County Day School is a private elementary school in Gainesville, FL. Gainesville County Day School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gainesville County Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Gainesville County Day School 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Gainesville County Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gainesville County Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gainesville County Day School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Gainesville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gainesville County Day School (this school) | 7.2 |
| KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. | 5.4 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| IDYLWILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| EXPRESSIONS LEARNING ARTS ACADEMY | 8.6 |
| P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SIDNEY LANIER CENTER | 3.9 |
| CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| W. A. METCALFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND | — |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Gainesville
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6801 SW 24TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gainesville County Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILLHOPPER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAK HALL SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| KANAPAHA MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. Gainesville | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. Gainesville | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| THE ROCK SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| AMIKIDS Gainesville | 2.2 mi | — |
| BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Gainesville | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| TRILOGY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Gainesville | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| MILLHOPPER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| THE ACADEMY AT THE FAMILY CHURCH Gainesville | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,517
Median Home Value
$297,800
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
31,938
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
34.4%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
26.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gainesville County Day School
What grades does Gainesville County Day School serve?
Gainesville County Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gainesville County Day School?
Gainesville County Day School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gainesville County Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gainesville County Day School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gainesville County Day School rank in FL?
Gainesville County Day School ranks #336 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Gainesville County Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gainesville County Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gainesville County Day School a private school?
Yes, Gainesville County Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gainesville County Day School a religious school?
No, Gainesville County Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (352) 332-7783
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