Below Average
#2899 of 3,778 schools in FL
Apalachee Elementary School
Elementary School · LEON
650 TROJAN TRL, Tallahassee, FL 32311
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,899 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#35 of 52
public schools
In district
#33 of 50
LEON
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Apalachee Elementary School
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About Apalachee Elementary School
Apalachee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Apalachee Elementary School serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Apalachee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,899 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Apalachee Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Apalachee Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Apalachee Elementary School — Students at Apalachee Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Apalachee Elementary School Compares
See how Apalachee Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
650 TROJAN TRL, Tallahassee, FL 32311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apalachee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUCK LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,250
Median Home Value
$288,900
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
21,060
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apalachee Elementary School
What grades does Apalachee Elementary School serve?
Apalachee Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Apalachee Elementary School?
Apalachee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apalachee Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apalachee Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apalachee Elementary School rank in FL?
Apalachee Elementary School ranks #2,899 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Apalachee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apalachee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apalachee Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apalachee Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Apalachee Elementary School a charter school?
No, Apalachee Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apalachee Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Apalachee Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apalachee Elementary School?
71.5% of students at Apalachee Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (850) 488-7110
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #33 of 50
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