Needs Improvement
#3692 of 3,778 schools in FL
Griffin Middle School
Middle School · LEON
800 ALABAMA ST, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,692 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#50 of 52
public schools
In district
#48 of 50
LEON
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Griffin Middle School
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About Griffin Middle School
Griffin Middle School is a public middle school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Griffin Middle School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Griffin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,692 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Griffin Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
79% of students at Griffin Middle 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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Griffin Middle School — Students at Griffin Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
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: 3.3/10.
How Griffin Middle School Compares
See how Griffin Middle 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
800 ALABAMA ST, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Griffin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELIZABETH COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,823
Median Home Value
$147,000
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
50,080
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
49.4%
Median Age
22.2
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| LINCOLN MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Palmetto, FL | 3.1 |
| MIAMI SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami Springs, FL | 3.1 |
| MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon, FL | 3.3 |
| BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 3.4 |
| BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner, FL | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Griffin Middle School
What grades does Griffin Middle School serve?
Griffin Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Griffin Middle School?
Griffin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Griffin Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Griffin Middle School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Griffin Middle School rank in FL?
Griffin Middle School ranks #3,692 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Griffin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Griffin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Griffin Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Griffin Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Griffin Middle School a charter school?
No, Griffin Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Griffin Middle School a Title I school?
No, Griffin Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Griffin Middle School?
74.1% of students at Griffin Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.4%
- Phone
- (850) 488-8436
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #48 of 50
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