Serving 749 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- 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 749 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#510 out of 3704 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
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
46%
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
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School's ranking?
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School is ranked #510 out of 3,704 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?
749 students attend Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 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 18:1, which is higher 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
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.
School Calendar
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Date
10-Month Calendar: Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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