Serving 26 students in grades 6-12, Gilchrist Virtual Franchise ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise's student population of 26 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
51%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
White
81%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gilchrist Virtual Franchise?
26 students attend Gilchrist Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gilchrist Virtual Franchise students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gilchrist Virtual Franchise offer ?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Gilchrist Virtual Franchise part of?
Gilchrist Virtual Franchise is part of Gilchrist School District.
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