Very Good
#973 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
Hawks Rise Elementary School
Elementary School · LEON
205 MEADOW RIDGE DR, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#973 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#6 of 52
public schools
In district
#5 of 50
LEON
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Hawks Rise Elementary School
Hawks Rise Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Hawks Rise Elementary School serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawks Rise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hawks Rise Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Hawks Rise Elementary School — Students at Hawks Rise Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Hawks Rise Elementary School Compares
See how Hawks Rise 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
205 MEADOW RIDGE DR, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawks Rise Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GILCHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DESOTO TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES ON THOMASVILLE (rated 7.4/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,664
Median Home Value
$406,200
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
31,966
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
43.7
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| CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawks Rise Elementary School
What grades does Hawks Rise Elementary School serve?
Hawks Rise Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School?
Hawks Rise Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawks Rise Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawks Rise Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawks Rise Elementary School rank in FL?
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks #973 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hawks Rise Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawks Rise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Hawks Rise Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawks Rise Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hawks Rise Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hawks Rise Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawks Rise Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hawks Rise Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawks Rise Elementary School?
18.4% of students at Hawks Rise 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
- 800
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Phone
- (850) 487-4733
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #5 of 50
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