Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William S. Talbot Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are committed to the success of every student.'
School Rankings
William S. Talbot Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William S. Talbot Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#766 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 William S. Talbot Elementary School's ranking?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School?
627 students attend William S. Talbot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of William S. Talbot Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William S. Talbot Elementary School?
William S. Talbot Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William S. Talbot Elementary School offer ?
William S. Talbot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William S. Talbot Elementary School part of?
William S. Talbot Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
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