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#1517 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 40% in state
Lawton Chiles High School
High School · LEON
7200 LAWTON CHILES LN, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Enrollment
1,928
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,928
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,517 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#14 of 52
public schools
In district
#12 of 50
LEON
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Lawton Chiles High School
Lawton Chiles High School is a public high school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Lawton Chiles High School serves approximately 1,928 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawton Chiles High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,517 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lawton Chiles High School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Lawton Chiles High School runs 25.4:1 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.
35% of students at Lawton Chiles 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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Lawton Chiles High School — Students at Lawton Chiles High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
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 Lawton Chiles High School Compares
See how Lawton Chiles 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
7200 LAWTON CHILES LN, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawton Chiles High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GILCHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESOTO TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawton Chiles High School
What grades does Lawton Chiles High School serve?
Lawton Chiles High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lawton Chiles High School?
Lawton Chiles High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,928 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawton Chiles High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawton Chiles High School is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lawton Chiles High School rank in FL?
Lawton Chiles High School ranks #1,517 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lawton Chiles High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lawton Chiles High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Lawton Chiles High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawton Chiles High School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lawton Chiles High School a charter school?
No, Lawton Chiles High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawton Chiles High School a Title I school?
No, Lawton Chiles High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawton Chiles High School?
12.7% of students at Lawton Chiles 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
- 1,928
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (850) 488-1756
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #12 of 50
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