GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.sbac.edu/glensprings

429 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Glen Springs Elementary School is a public school located in Gainesville, Florida, serving students as part of the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) district. Situated in a residential area on NW 31st Avenue, the school operates within a district known for balancing traditional academic curriculum with a focus on student well-being and community engagement. As part of the broader Alachua County system, the school benefits from district-wide initiatives aimed at improving literacy, supporting diverse learners, and utilizing technology to enhance the classroom experience.

The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares elementary-age children for future academic success. By adhering to the standards and resources provided by the Alachua County Public Schools, Glen Springs focuses on developing foundational skills in reading, mathematics, and science. Families choosing this school typically benefit from its integration into a well-established district that emphasizes collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community to support holistic student development.

429

Total Students

29.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	198
Hispanic	59
Black	111
Asian	18
Two or More	42
American Indian	1

White
198 (46.2%)
Black
111 (25.9%)
Hispanic
59 (13.8%)
Two or More
42 (9.8%)
Asian
18 (4.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	ALACHUA
Phone:	(352)955-6708
Website:	http://www.sbac.edu/glensprings
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	429
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	137
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 73

Grade 1 71

Grade 2 74

Grade 3 73

Grade 4 63

Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	73
Grade 1	71
Grade 2	74
Grade 3	73
Grade 4	63
Grade 5	75

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	210	49%
Male	219	51%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)