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#2757 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ruediger Elementary School
Elementary School · LEON
526 W 10TH AVE, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,757 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#33 of 52
public schools
In district
#31 of 50
LEON
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ruediger Elementary School
Ruediger Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Ruediger Elementary School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruediger Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,757 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ruediger Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Ruediger 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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Ruediger Elementary School — Students at Ruediger Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
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: 3.9/10.
How Ruediger Elementary School Compares
See how Ruediger Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
526 W 10TH AVE, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruediger Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,123
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$1,324/mo
Population
49,915
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruediger Elementary School
What grades does Ruediger Elementary School serve?
Ruediger Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruediger Elementary School?
Ruediger Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruediger Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruediger Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruediger Elementary School rank in FL?
Ruediger Elementary School ranks #2,757 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ruediger Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruediger Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Ruediger Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruediger Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruediger Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ruediger Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruediger Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ruediger Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruediger Elementary School?
74.3% of students at Ruediger 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (850) 488-1074
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #31 of 50
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