Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hidden Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hidden Oak Elementary School's student population of 735 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hidden Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hidden Oak Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#599 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Hidden Oak Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hidden Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Hidden Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowbrook Elementary School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hidden Oak Elementary School?
735 students attend Hidden Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hidden Oak Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Oak Elementary School?
Hidden Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hidden Oak Elementary School offer ?
Hidden Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hidden Oak Elementary School part of?
Hidden Oak Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2016
I would like to strongly refute the negative review here. I can't speak to what 'content' the reviewer is referencing, but I was extremely happy with the quality of the education at Hidden Oak. Both my kids went there, K-5. My son went on to all honors classes at Kanapaha, and my daughter successfully competed for a place in the Lyceum magnate program at Lincoln. The teachers were NEVER rude, and the environment was nothing that could be described as even close to chaotic. Ever. The staff there was dressed appropriately to teach in my opinion, but I did not expect them to dress like Amish schoolboys, or to wear suits from Brooks Brothers. The gifted teachers in particular were an absolute joy to have teach my kids; I could see their love of teaching in everything they did. There was no Crystal Lake "program", or " curriculum ", however, there was a 5th grade weekend at Camp Crystal, where my kids had a blast and asked to go back. I hope anyone reading these reviews will disregard the negative rant here, or at least talk to a Hidden Oak parent if you have any doubt. Our experience was fantastic and I feel very fortunate to have had my kids there. Highly recommended!
2 10/22/2010
Content matters. I do not like the 'content' of the education that my children receive at this school. I do not like the Crystal Lake program, ( I suggest you research their curriculum). The teachers are rude, and dress very unprofessionally. The school is chaotic and the general atmosphere of the school is not good. I could go on, but I just want to say, that this school is not all that it's cracked up to be and we received a letter saying that a former teacher is being investigated on 'sexual predatory' related charges. He no longer works there, but that does not suprise me in the least.
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