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James Rickards High School
High School · LEON
3013 JIM LEE RD, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Enrollment
1,575
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,575
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,324 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#25 of 52
public schools
In district
#23 of 50
LEON
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About James Rickards High School
James Rickards High School is a public high school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. James Rickards High School serves approximately 1,575 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Rickards High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,324 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for James Rickards High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at James Rickards High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
James Rickards High School runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
69% of students at James Rickards High 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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James Rickards High School — Students at James Rickards High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 6.5/10.
How James Rickards High School Compares
See how James Rickards High 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
3013 JIM LEE RD, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Rickards High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GIANT CAMPUS ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,412
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
32,596
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
28.4%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
29.8
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| CITRUS HIGH SCHOOL Inverness, FL | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Rickards High School
What grades does James Rickards High School serve?
James Rickards High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James Rickards High School?
James Rickards High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Rickards High School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Rickards High School is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Rickards High School rank in FL?
James Rickards High School ranks #2,324 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is James Rickards High School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Rickards High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 James Rickards High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Rickards High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Rickards High School a charter school?
No, James Rickards High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Rickards High School a Title I school?
No, James Rickards High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Rickards High School?
57.1% of students at James Rickards High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.6%
- Phone
- (850) 414-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #23 of 50
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