For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,839 students in Gilchrist County, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilchrist County, FL are Trenton High School, Trenton Elementary School and Bell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilchrist County, FL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gilchrist County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gilchrist County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Trenton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1013 N Main St
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3210
Grades: 6-12
| 715 students
Rank: #22.
Trenton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Bell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2771 E Bell Ave
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3275
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3275
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
Rank: #44.
Bell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
930 S Main St
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3232
Bell, FL 32619
(352) 463-3232
Grades: 6-12
| 627 students
Rank: #55.
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
(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
Grades: 6-12
| 23 students
Rank: #66.
Gilchrist Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
Magnet School
(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
Grades: K-5
| 4 students
Rank: n/an/a
Gilchrist Virtual Instruction Program
Magnet School
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Gilchrist County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 Nw 11th Ave
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-3200
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Gilchrist County, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilchrist County, FL include Trenton High School, Trenton Elementary School and Bell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gilchrist County?
7 public elementary schools are located in Gilchrist County.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilchrist County?
Gilchrist County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Gilchrist County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Gilchrist County include: Bell High School vs. Trenton High School, Bell Elementary School vs. Trenton Elementary School, Trenton Elementary School vs. Bell Elementary School
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