Below Average
#3185 of 3,778 schools in FL
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School
Elementary School · ALACHUA
1250 NE 18TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32609
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,185 of 3,778
In Gainesville
#31 of 39
public schools
In district
#45 of 54
ALACHUA
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W. A. Metcalfe 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 W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gainesville, FL, part of ALACHUA.
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,185 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at W. A. Metcalfe 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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W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School — Students at W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
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: 4.3/10.
How W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School Compares
See how W. A. Metcalfe 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
1250 NE 18TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOULWARE SPRINGS CHARTER (rated 9.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALACHUA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK INTERPARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,121
Median Home Value
$174,500
Median Rent
$1,159/mo
Population
19,694
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
35.9
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| LABELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Labelle, FL | 4.4 |
| MERRIAM CHERRY STREET ELEMENTARY Panama City, FL | 4.4 |
| NAVY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 4.4 |
| PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port St. Lucie, FL | 4.4 |
| PLATO ACADEMY LARGO CHARTER SCHOOL Largo, FL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School
What grades does W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School serve?
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School?
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School rank in FL?
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School ranks #3,185 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School a charter school?
No, W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School a Title I school?
No, W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School?
87.2% of students at W. A. Metcalfe 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
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alachua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (352) 955-6713
Resources & Links
District
ALACHUA- District Enrollment
- 28,749
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,075
- District Rank
- #45 of 54
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