Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School's student population of 699 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#471 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School's ranking?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School often compared to?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kimball Wiles Elementary School, Hidden Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School?
699 students attend Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School offer ?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School part of?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School located?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is located in the Haile Plantation neighborhood of Gainesville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Haile Plantation.
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