WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 756 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 52 teachers, WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

William S. Talbot Elementary School is a public school located in Gainesville, Florida, serving students within the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) district. Situated on NW 43rd Street, the school is part of a district committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation for elementary-aged children, focusing on core literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. Like other schools in the ACPS system, Talbot Elementary prioritizes creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes student engagement and preparation for middle school transitions.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Alachua County Public Schools, which focuses on equity, academic excellence, and community involvement. Families at Talbot Elementary typically benefit from the district’s integrated curriculum and access to various school-based resources, including extracurricular programs and parent-teacher support structures. For specific details regarding the school’s current academic rating, specialized programs, or enrollment procedures, parents are encouraged to visit the official [Alachua County Public Schools website](http://www.sbac.edu/pages/ACPS).

For more information, contact WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL at (352) 955-6716 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.