Very Good
#416 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 28% of private schools
The Rock School
School
9818 SW 24TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32607
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#416 of 1,462
In Gainesville
#6 of 11
public schools
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The Rock School
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About The Rock School
The Rock School is a private school in Gainesville, FL. The Rock School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Rock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
The Rock 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 The Rock School compares to 43 public schools serving similar grades in Gainesville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Rock School (this school) | 7.1 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| KANAPAHA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. | 4.4 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| AMIKIDS | — |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. | 5.4 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| IDYLWILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| EXPRESSIONS LEARNING ARTS ACADEMY | 8.6 |
| P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 43 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.
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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
9818 SW 24TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Rock School may also want to explore other schools in the area. OAK HALL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TRILOGY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 4.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood 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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|---|---|
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY West Melbourne, FL | 7.1 |
| LAUREL HILL SCHOOL Laurel Hill, FL | 7.1 |
| ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE St. Augustine, FL | 7.1 |
| BLUE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HOLLYWOOD Hollywood, FL | 7.0 |
| GRANDVIEW PREPARATORY SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Rock School
What grades does The Rock School serve?
The Rock School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Rock School?
The Rock School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Rock School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Rock School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Rock School rank in FL?
The Rock School ranks #416 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is The Rock School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Rock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Rock School a private school?
Yes, The Rock School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Rock School a religious school?
The Rock School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (352) 331-7625
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