Below Average
#2972 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sabal Palm Elementary School
Elementary School · LEON
2813 RIDGEWAY ST, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,972 of 3,778
In Tallahassee
#37 of 52
public schools
In district
#35 of 50
LEON
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Sabal Palm Elementary School
Sabal Palm Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tallahassee, FL, part of LEON. Sabal Palm Elementary School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sabal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,972 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sabal Palm Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Sabal Palm 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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Sabal Palm Elementary School — Students at Sabal Palm Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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: 4.0/10.
How Sabal Palm Elementary School Compares
See how Sabal Palm 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
2813 RIDGEWAY ST, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sabal Palm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE LEARNING COMMUNITY (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 Sabal Palm Elementary School
What grades does Sabal Palm Elementary School serve?
Sabal Palm Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sabal Palm Elementary School?
Sabal Palm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sabal Palm Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sabal Palm Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sabal Palm Elementary School rank in FL?
Sabal Palm Elementary School ranks #2,972 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sabal Palm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sabal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Sabal Palm Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sabal Palm Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sabal Palm Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sabal Palm Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sabal Palm Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sabal Palm Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sabal Palm Elementary School?
77.8% of students at Sabal Palm 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Leon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (850) 488-0167
Resources & Links
District
LEON- District Enrollment
- 31,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,997
- District Rank
- #35 of 50
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