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Pace Center for Girls

High School · LEON

1344 CROSS CREEK CIR, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,250 of 3,778

In Tallahassee

#23 of 52

public schools

In district

#21 of 50

LEON

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Pace Center for Girls

5.8/10

High School in Tallahassee · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pace Center for Girls

Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,250 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Pace Center for Girls is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Pace Center for Girls 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.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Pace Center for Girls sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,997

Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
24.5%
2013
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
25%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Pace Center for Girls Compares

See how Pace Center for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in FL
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1344 CROSS CREEK CIR, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GIANT CAMPUS ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAMES RICKARDS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PLAYBIG LEARNING CENTER Tallahassee 0.0 mi
BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.0 mi 7.7
FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.1 mi 7.2
KINGDOM LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tallahassee 1.2 mi 5.3
LEON HIGH SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.3 mi 6.3
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tallahassee 1.3 mi
GIANT CAMPUS ACADEMY Tallahassee 1.4 mi 6.9
TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.5 mi 6.8
R. FRANK NIMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.5 mi 5.4
FRANK HARTSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.4 mi 4.3
PINEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.6 mi 6.5
JAMES RICKARDS HIGH SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.7 mi 5.7
ELIZABETH COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.8 mi 4.5
KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.9 mi 6.6
MIRACLES IN ME ACADEMY Tallahassee 2.0 mi 7.9
FAIRVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.1 mi 5.7
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.3 mi 3.1
BROWNSVILLE PREPARATORY INSTITUTE Tallahassee 2.3 mi 4.9
HILLTOP ACADEMY INC. Tallahassee 2.2 mi
RUEDIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pace Center for Girls

What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?

Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?

Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?

Pace Center for Girls ranks #2,250 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pace Center for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?

87.9% of students at Pace Center for Girls 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Midsize City
County
Leon County
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

LEON
District Enrollment
31,769
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,997
District Rank
#21 of 50

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