Griffin Middle School

Griffin Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Tallahassee, Florida. Situated at 800 Alabama Street, the school serves students from sixth through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 486 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, Griffin offers personalized attention to support its diverse student body.

The dedicated staff includes 31 full-time equivalent teachers who work hard to ensure every student receives the guidance they need. While Griffin Middle School's academic performance is currently ranked at the 11th percentile in Florida with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10, the school remains committed to fostering an environment where all students can develop and grow. In recent assessments, only 24% of students were proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 23% showed proficiency or better in Math.

These scores indicate areas for improvement, but also highlight opportunities for positive change. Griffin Middle School is situated in the heart of a mid-size city, providing students with access to various cultural and educational resources. The school continues to focus on student development and community involvement as it strives to enhance its academic offerings and support systems.

While current test scores at Griffin Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.