For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,586 students in Trenton, FL (there are , serving 188 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Trenton, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Trenton, FL are Trenton Elementary School, Trenton High School and Gilchrist Virtual Franchise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trenton, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Trenton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Trenton, FL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trenton Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1350 Sw State Road 26
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3224
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3224
Gr: PK-5 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Trenton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1013 N Main St
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Gr: 6-12 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Gilchrist Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Gr: K-5
Rank: n/an/a
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Gr: K-12
Trenton, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Trenton, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Trenton, FL include Trenton Elementary School, Trenton High School and Gilchrist Virtual Franchise.
How many public schools are located in Trenton?
5 public schools are located in Trenton.
What percentage of students in Trenton go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Trenton are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Trenton?
Trenton public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Trenton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Trenton include: Gilchrist Virtual Franchise vs. Trenton High School
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