Serving 1,094 students in grades 6-8, Kanapaha Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanapaha Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kanapaha Middle School's student population of 1,094 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kanapaha Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanapaha Middle 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
#1478 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanapaha Middle School's ranking?
Kanapaha Middle School is ranked #1478 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kanapaha Middle School often compared to?
Kanapaha Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Clarke Middle School, Oak View Middle School, Westwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kanapaha Middle School?
1,094 students attend Kanapaha Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kanapaha Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanapaha Middle School?
Kanapaha Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kanapaha Middle School offer ?
Kanapaha Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kanapaha Middle School part of?
Kanapaha Middle School is part of Alachua School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day to order Yearbooks
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
10-Month Calendar: Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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