For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,196 students in 32608, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL are Kanapaha Middle School, Amikids and The Einstein School Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32608 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32608, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32608, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kanapaha Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5005 Sw 75th St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6960
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6960
Gr: 6-8 | 1,070 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Amikids
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6815 Sw Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 336-4657
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 336-4657
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
The Einstein School Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Sw Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 335-4321
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 335-4321
Gr: 2-8 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32608, FL include Kanapaha Middle School, Amikids and The Einstein School Inc..
How many public middle schools are located in 32608?
3 public middle schools are located in 32608.
What is the racial composition of students in 32608?
32608 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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