Below Average
#2868 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pace
High School · ALACHUA
1010 SE 4TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601
Enrollment
51
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,868 of 3,778
In Gainesville
#29 of 39
public schools
In district
#43 of 54
ALACHUA
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Pace
High School in Gainesville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pace
Pace is a public high school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA. Pace serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Pace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,868 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pace show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Pace 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.
Test scores at Pace sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Pace — Students at Pace score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Pace Compares
See how Pace performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1010 SE 4TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A.QUINN JONES CENTER (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood 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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| MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Margate, FL | 4.9 |
| SCPS CONSEQUENCE UNIT Sanford, FL | 4.9 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota, FL | 5.0 |
| NEW LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL | 5.0 |
| PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lakeland, FL | 4.8 |
| COASTAL MIDDLE & SR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Park, FL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pace
What grades does Pace serve?
Pace serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace?
Pace has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
How does Pace rank in FL?
Pace ranks #2,868 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Pace?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pace a charter school?
No, Pace is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace a Title I school?
No, Pace is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace?
80.4% of students at Pace 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (352) 374-8799
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
ALACHUA- District Enrollment
- 28,749
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,075
- District Rank
- #43 of 54
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