Average
#2530 of 3,778 schools in FL
R. Frank Nims Middle School
Middle School · LEON
723 W ORANGE AVE, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,530 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#30 of 52
public schools
In district
#28 of 50
LEON
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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R. Frank Nims Middle School
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About R. Frank Nims Middle School
R. Frank Nims Middle School is a public middle school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. R.
Frank Nims Middle School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. R. Frank Nims Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,530 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for R. Frank Nims Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at R. Frank Nims Middle 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.
77% of students at R. Frank Nims Middle 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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R. Frank Nims Middle School — Students at R. Frank Nims Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
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: 7.8/10.
How R. Frank Nims Middle School Compares
See how R. Frank Nims Middle 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
723 W ORANGE AVE, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. Frank Nims Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FAIRVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.1/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,493
Median Home Value
$118,000
Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Population
14,769
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. Frank Nims Middle School
What grades does R. Frank Nims Middle School serve?
R. Frank Nims Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend R. Frank Nims Middle School?
R. Frank Nims Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. Frank Nims Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at R. Frank Nims Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. Frank Nims Middle School rank in FL?
R. Frank Nims Middle School ranks #2,530 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is R. Frank Nims Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
R. Frank Nims Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 R. Frank Nims Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. Frank Nims Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R. Frank Nims Middle School a charter school?
No, R. Frank Nims Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. Frank Nims Middle School a Title I school?
No, R. Frank Nims Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. Frank Nims Middle School?
77.5% of students at R. Frank Nims Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.6%
- Phone
- (850) 488-5960
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #28 of 50
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