PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL

PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ALACHUA school district, located in GAINESVILLE, FL with about 280 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th 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 17 teachers, PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

The PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL (PAM) is a specialized educational program located in Gainesville, Florida, designed to provide students with a rigorous academic environment paired with intensive career and technical training. Operating within the Alachua County Public Schools system, the academy focuses on bridging the gap between traditional high school coursework and professional readiness, offering students hands-on experience in various high-demand career pathways.

The program is known for its smaller, focused learning community, which allows for personalized instruction and stronger mentorship between teachers and students. By integrating industry-standard technology and curriculum, the Professional Academy Magnet aims to equip graduates with both a high school diploma and the industry certifications necessary to enter the workforce immediately or pursue advanced post-secondary education in their chosen fields.

For more information, contact PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY MAGNET AT LOFTEN HIGH SCHOOL at (352) 955-6839 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.