Needs Improvement
#3452 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sidney Lanier Center
School · ALACHUA
312 NW 16TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,452 of 3,778
In Gainesville
#37 of 39
public schools
In district
#52 of 54
ALACHUA
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About Sidney Lanier Center
Sidney Lanier Center is a public school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA. Sidney Lanier Center serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sidney Lanier Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,452 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sidney Lanier Center show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, Sidney Lanier 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Sidney Lanier Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Sidney Lanier Center 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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Sidney Lanier Center — Students at Sidney Lanier Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 1.9/10.
How Sidney Lanier Center Compares
See how Sidney Lanier Center 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
312 NW 16TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sidney Lanier Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sidney Lanier Center
What grades does Sidney Lanier Center serve?
Sidney Lanier Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sidney Lanier Center?
Sidney Lanier Center has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sidney Lanier Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Sidney Lanier Center is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sidney Lanier Center rank in FL?
Sidney Lanier Center ranks #3,452 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sidney Lanier Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Sidney Lanier Center 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 Sidney Lanier Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sidney Lanier Center has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sidney Lanier Center a charter school?
No, Sidney Lanier Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sidney Lanier Center a Title I school?
No, Sidney Lanier Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sidney Lanier Center?
56.4% of students at Sidney Lanier 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alachua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (352) 955-6841
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
ALACHUA- District Enrollment
- 28,749
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,075
- District Rank
- #52 of 54
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