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Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School

Public, Magnet Grades 9-12

176^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida High Schools

Better than 79% of Florida high schools

Summary

Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School is a small, specialized high school in Gainesville, FL, serving 328 students in grades 9-12 within the Alachua school district. This school stands out as a high-performing outlier, consistently earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the top 25% of all Florida high schools, despite the district being ranked in the bottom half statewide.

Loften achieves exceptional results that rival or exceed the area's most affluent schools. Its graduation rate is outstanding, reaching 96.7% for the 2024-2025 school year and a perfect 100% the year prior—far surpassing the district average of 87.7% and even outperforming nearby F. W. Buchholz High School. In core subjects, Loften dramatically outperforms its peers: Geometry proficiency is 82% (compared to 56% statewide), Biology is 81% (vs. 74% statewide), and 10th-grade English Language Arts is 77% (vs. 61% statewide). These scores are higher than those at Gainesville High School and Eastside High School, and even top Buchholz in several areas. The school's success is supported by a low student-to-teacher ratio of 18.2:1 and significantly higher per-student spending ($14,574), which is nearly double that of Buchholz ($8,066).

One notable area for improvement is Algebra 1 proficiency, where only 31% of students meet standards—roughly half the state average. This suggests a potential need for targeted math support. Additionally, chronic absenteeism at 26.2%, while a concern, is actually lower than the district average of 31.6% and far better than alternative schools like A.Quinn Jones Center (73.9%). Overall, Loften's magnet program effectively creates a high-achieving environment, making it a top choice for families seeking a focused, resource-rich high school experience in the Gainesville area.

328

Students ?

18.2

Student/teacher ratio ?

45.4%

Free/discounted lunch ?

3000 E University Ave
Gainesville, FL 32641

(352) 955-6839

District: Alachua

Racial breakdown:

White:

49.1%

African American:

22.9%

Hispanic:

18.6%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 71st percentile in 2016 → 79th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (71% vs 64% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 21% of Florida high schools

✓97% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

Worth a look

!Algebra 1 scores 32 pts below the Florida average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school71%

District avg63%

Florida avg64%

176^th of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Top 21%▲ up 8 pts since 2016

From top 29% (2016) to top 21% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

2^nd of 13High Schools in the Alachua

50^th of 70Alachua among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2013	4.7	893 of 956	6.6%	☆☆☆☆☆
2012	4.7	840 of 897	6.4%	☆☆☆☆☆
2011	3.3	845 of 891	5.2%	☆☆☆☆☆
2010	4.7	783 of 839	6.7%	☆☆☆☆☆
2008	58.4	332 of 740	55.1%	★★★☆☆
2007	7.8	670 of 736	9.0%	☆☆☆☆☆

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	66.3	176 of 838	79.0%	★★★★☆
2025	61.7	204 of 844	75.8%	★★★★☆
2024	65.9	162 of 807	79.9%	★★★★☆
2023	67.0	155 of 792	80.4%	★★★★☆
2022	66.7	151 of 774	80.5%	★★★★☆
2021	58.2	194 of 746	74.0%	★★★★☆
2019	67.4	134 of 734	81.7%	★★★★☆
2018	63.8	158 of 716	77.9%	★★★★☆
2017	50.6	276 of 714	61.3%	★★★☆☆
2016	58.0	199 of 693	71.3%	★★★★☆
2014	57.1	255 of 687	62.9%	★★★☆☆
2013	58.3	213 of 648	67.1%	★★★☆☆
2012	36.7	344 of 606	43.2%	★★☆☆☆
2011	45.2	379 of 622	39.1%	★★☆☆☆
2010	35.6	433 of 620	30.2%	★★☆☆☆
2009	42.0	367 of 587	37.5%	★★☆☆☆
2008	41.6	362 of 577	37.3%	★★☆☆☆
2007	24.7	422 of 563	25.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2006	36.2	337 of 477	29.4%	★☆☆☆☆
2005	59.9	203 of 487	58.3%	★★★☆☆
2004	37.6	334 of 484	31.0%	★★☆☆☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Geometry82%+26 vs state

Biology 181%+7 vs state

English Language Arts72%+12 vs state

US History71%-3 vs state

Algebra 131%-32 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)				FAST Math (2026)			Statewide Science Science (2026)	EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Total
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	3000 E University Ave	Gainesville	32641	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 955-6839	328	18	18.2	45.4%	161 (49.1%)	75 (22.9%)	61 (18.6%)	8 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (7.0%)	66.3	176^th of 838 public high schools	79.0%		61.7	204^th of 844 public high schools	75.8%	28			69.0	77.0					31.0	82.0	81.0	71.0
Eastside High School	Public, Magnet	7-12	1201 SE 43rd St	Gainesville	32641	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 955-6704	1,291	51	25.1	52.5%	239 (18.5%)	735 (56.9%)	92 (7.1%)	143 (11.1%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.2%)	79 (6.1%)	40.5	465^th of 838 public high schools	44.5%		41.2	448^th of 844 public high schools	46.9%	17			58.0	57.0					45.0	45.0	66.0	63.0
Pace	Public	6-12	1010 SE 4th Ave	Gainesville	32601	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 374-8799	51	0		68.6%	10 (19.6%)	24 (47.1%)	7 (13.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (19.6%)								(n/a)
Alachua County Jail	Public	6-12	3333 NE 39th Ave	Gainesville	32609	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	No	(352) 955-2160	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
North Central Florida Public Charter School	Public, Charter	8-12	1000 NE 16th Blvd Bldg C	Gainesville	32601	Alachua County	Alachua	Yes	No	No	Yes	(352) 379-2902	169	7	24.1	74.6%	20 (11.8%)	115 (68.0%)	24 (14.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (5.9%)	3.6	761^st of 838 public high schools	9.2%		1.5	824^th of 844 public high schools	2.4%	63		7.0	24.0	11.0					7.0	0.0	0.0	33.0
Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center	Public	6-12	3434 NE 39th Ave	Gainesville	32609	Alachua County	Alachua	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(352) 955-2105	0	0	47.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Alachua Eschool (Virtual Franchise)	Public, Virtual	6-12	1108 NW 7th Ave	Gainesville	32601	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	Yes	No	(352) 955-6840	178	2	118.6	45.5%	86 (48.3%)	48 (27.0%)	23 (12.9%)	8 (4.5%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (6.7%)	10.2	704^th of 838 public high schools	16.0%		33.3	546^th of 844 public high schools	35.3%	158	58.0	35.0	31.0	27.0		33.0	20.0	19.0	26.0	7.0	39.0	53.0	50.0
A.Quinn Jones Center	Public	6-12	1108 NW 7th Ave	Gainesville	32601	Alachua County	Alachua	No	No	No	Yes	(352) 955-6840	95	14	6.6	84.2%	9 (9.5%)	77 (81.1%)	4 (4.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (5.3%)	0.9	835^th of 838 public high schools	0.4%		0.5	843^rd of 844 public high schools	0.1%	8		19.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	6.0	13.0	4.0				8.0
P. K. Yonge Virtual Franchise	Public, Virtual	6-12	1200 SW 6th St	Gainesville	32601	Alachua County	Uf Lab School	No	No	Yes	No	(352) 392-1554	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Gainesville High School	Public, Magnet	8-12	1900 NW 13th St	Gainesville	32609	Alachua County	Alachua	No	Yes	No	No	(352) 955-6707	1,825	74	24.5	45.0%	590 (32.3%)	601 (32.9%)	401 (22.0%)	93 (5.1%)	3 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	136 (7.5%)	44.3	419^th of 838 public high schools	50.0%		41.5	444^th of 844 public high schools	47.4%	25			57.0	56.0					37.0	57.0	76.0	64.0

Frequently Asked Questions about Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School

Is Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School a good school?

Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School ranks 176^th of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 328 students attended Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School.

What is the racial makeup of Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School?

Students at Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School are 49% White, 23% African American, 19% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

What district is Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School in?

Alachua

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