Gilchrist

The Gilchrist school district in Florida consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 3 high schools, and 1 virtual school. The district's schools generally perform above the state average, with several standout institutions that excel in academics, graduation rates, and student engagement.

Among the top-performing schools are Trenton High School and Bell High School, which rank in the top 20% of high schools in Florida. These schools boast strong test scores, high graduation rates (over 83%), and relatively low chronic absenteeism rates. At the elementary level, Trenton Elementary School stands out with consistently high test scores, with 65% or more of its 5th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math.

The Gilchrist school district generally outperforms the state averages on key metrics like test scores and graduation rates, indicating the district's overall strong academic performance. However, the district's virtual school, Gilchrist Virtual Franchise, has a lower statewide ranking and test scores compared to the district's brick-and-mortar schools, despite its low chronic absenteeism rate and relatively low spending per student.