Gainesville County Day School serves 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Gainesville County Day School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Gainesville County Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learn. Grow. Find Success.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville County Day School's ranking?
Gainesville County Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gainesville County Day School?
The application deadline for Gainesville County Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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