J. J. FINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J. J. FINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 680 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, J. J. FINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

J. J. FINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in the historic area of Gainesville, Florida. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school operates under the jurisdiction of the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) district. It is situated near the University of Florida campus, positioning it within a diverse community that often influences its academic and extracurricular programming.

The school is known for its focus on providing a foundational education that emphasizes both core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of the ACPS system, J. J. Finley follows the district’s standardized curriculum and benchmarks while often incorporating local initiatives designed to support student engagement and community involvement. Families interested in specific enrollment data, school ratings, or current programs can find detailed resources through the official Alachua County Public Schools website provided in your link.

For more information, contact J. J. FINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 955-6705 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.