Needs Improvement
#3718 of 3,778 schools in FL
John G Riley Elementary School
Elementary School · LEON
1400 INDIANA ST, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,718 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#52 of 52
public schools
In district
#50 of 50
LEON
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About John G Riley Elementary School
John G Riley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. John G Riley Elementary School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. John G Riley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,718 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for John G Riley Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at John G Riley 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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John G Riley Elementary School — Students at John G Riley Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
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: 2.0/10.
How John G Riley Elementary School Compares
See how John G Riley 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
1400 INDIANA ST, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John G Riley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE LEARNING COMMUNITY (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John G Riley Elementary School
What grades does John G Riley Elementary School serve?
John G Riley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John G Riley Elementary School?
John G Riley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John G Riley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John G Riley Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John G Riley Elementary School rank in FL?
John G Riley Elementary School ranks #3,718 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is John G Riley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John G Riley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 John G Riley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John G Riley Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John G Riley Elementary School a charter school?
No, John G Riley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John G Riley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John G Riley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John G Riley Elementary School?
80.6% of students at John G Riley 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (850) 488-5840
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #50 of 50
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