For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 3,332 students in 32606, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 32606, FL are F. W. Buchholz High School and Fort Clarke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32606 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32606, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32606, FL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
F. W. Buchholz High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5510 Nw 27th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-6702
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 955-6702
Grades: 6-12
| 2,444 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Clarke Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9301 Nw 23rd Ave
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2800
Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 333-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 888 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 32606, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 32606, FL include F. W. Buchholz High School and Fort Clarke Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32606?
2 public middle schools are located in 32606.
What is the racial composition of students in 32606?
32606 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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