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Apache Junction, AZ vs Gainesville, FL

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- Gainesville spends 15.2% more per student than Apache Junction.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 6.1% lower in Gainesville than in Apache Junction. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Gainesville had 7.9% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Apache Junction
 Apache Junction, AZGainesville, FLUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$11,572$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$8,414  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$5,555$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio19.38  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock4044573
 Students per Counselor730  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock2.7%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.8.2%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock93.4%88.9%
 Some College Educ.25.5%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock11.4%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.17.5%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock14.0%9.3%
 Professional Degree0.4%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock5.3%1.5%
Reviews for Apache Junction    3 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

Apache Junction is more or less a retirement town for those who are not middle class or upper income. It is for those who can not afford to work anymore and live out  More

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Over 16 years ago

i love it here. and it is easy to find a home people are always willing to help you out when you are in  More

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Over 19 years ago

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Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I've lived here most of my life. It's changed a lot, and a lot of the locals don't like it. Because it's home to one of the largest universities in the country, we see a  More

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Lovely diverse city! People is nice and there is always something to do. Outdoors activities are awesome! The springs are beautiful and there are plenty of hiking  More

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Gainesville has the highest taxes and electrical rates in the state. The city is run by a bunch of liberals who have no idea what they are doing. Crime and homelessness  More

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