MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 284 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 25 teachers, MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Gainesville, Florida, is a public school operating under the Alachua County Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school is named after the celebrated author of *The Yearling*, reflecting a local heritage rooted in the literary history of North Central Florida. The school’s mission generally aligns with the district’s broader goals of fostering academic excellence, equity, and a supportive learning environment that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond.

As part of the Alachua County school system, the institution focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while encouraging student development through community engagement and extracurricular activities. The school facilities are situated in the northeast area of Gainesville, positioning it as a key neighborhood hub. Parents and stakeholders looking for specific current data—such as school grade reports, enrollment figures, or academic programs—are encouraged to visit the official [Alachua County Public Schools website](http://www.sbac.edu/pages/ACPS), where individual school profiles and district-wide resources are maintained.

For more information, contact MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (352) 955-6715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.