Serving 26 students in grades 6-12, Gilchrist Virtual Franchise ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise's student population of 26 students has grown by 188% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1824 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
85%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilchrist Virtual Franchise's ranking?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is ranked #1824 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gilchrist Virtual Franchise often compared to?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchiseis often viewed alongside schools like Trenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gilchrist Virtual Franchise?
26 students attend Gilchrist Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gilchrist Virtual Franchise offer ?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Gilchrist Virtual Franchise part of?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is part of Gilchrist School District.
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