Needs Improvement
#3453 of 3,778 schools in FL
Idylwild Elementary School
Elementary School · ALACHUA
4601 SW 20TH TERRACE, Gainesville, FL 32608
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,453 of 3,778
In Gainesville
#38 of 39
public schools
In district
#53 of 54
ALACHUA
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Idylwild Elementary School
Elementary School in Gainesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idylwild Elementary School
Idylwild Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA. Idylwild Elementary School serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Idylwild Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,453 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Idylwild Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Idylwild Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Idylwild Elementary School — Students at Idylwild Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How Idylwild Elementary School Compares
See how Idylwild Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4601 SW 20TH TERRACE, Gainesville, FL 32608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idylwild Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EXPRESSIONS LEARNING ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EXPRESSIONS LEARNING ARTS ACADEMY Gainesville | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL Gainesville | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL Gainesville | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY Gainesville | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| A.QUINN JONES CENTER Gainesville | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PACE Gainesville | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| JOSEPH WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MORNING MEADOW Gainesville | 3.6 mi | — |
| PERSIMMON EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY LLC Gainesville | 3.8 mi | — |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. Gainesville | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Gainesville | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| SIDNEY LANIER CENTER Gainesville | 4.2 mi | 3.9 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Gainesville | 4.0 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| AMIKIDS Gainesville | 4.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,182
Median Home Value
$340,200
Median Rent
$1,357/mo
Population
53,966
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
30.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ASTORIA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 3.9 |
| BAGDAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milton, FL | 3.9 |
| COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 3.9 |
| HANCOCK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL | 3.9 |
| J. COLIN ENGLISH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Fort Myers, FL | 3.9 |
| MILL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idylwild Elementary School
What grades does Idylwild Elementary School serve?
Idylwild Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Idylwild Elementary School?
Idylwild Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idylwild Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Idylwild Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idylwild Elementary School rank in FL?
Idylwild Elementary School ranks #3,453 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Idylwild Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Idylwild Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Idylwild Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idylwild Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Idylwild Elementary School a charter school?
No, Idylwild Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Idylwild Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Idylwild Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idylwild Elementary School?
74.5% of students at Idylwild Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alachua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (352) 955-6709
Resources & Links
District
ALACHUA- District Enrollment
- 28,749
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,075
- District Rank
- #53 of 54
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