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#587 of 1,462 private schools in FL

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The Magnolia School

Elementary School

2705 W THARPE ST, Tallahassee, FL 32303

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#587 of 1,462

In Tallahassee

#9 of 20

public schools

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The Magnolia School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Tallahassee · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Magnolia School

The Magnolia School is a private elementary school in Tallahassee, FL. The Magnolia School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Magnolia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #587 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, The Magnolia School 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.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, The Magnolia School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Magnolia School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Magnolia School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Tallahassee, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
556
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%
Black 9.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%
The Magnolia School Tallahassee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Magnolia School (this school) 6.7
GRETCHEN EVERHART SCHOOL 6.9
ASTORIA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.9
SECOND CHANCE AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER 4.1
SUCCESS ACADEMY AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER 3.4
TALLAHASSEE SCHOOL OF MATH & SCIENCES 4.9
JOHN G RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.0
SPRINGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.1
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
SEALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.0
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE 5.8
RUEDIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.1
RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.6
CANOPY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
LEON CO JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER 5.3
PINEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
ELIZABETH COBB MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS 5.8
KATE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Tallahassee

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.0%
Black 9.1%
Hispanic 5.5%
Two or More 5.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2705 W THARPE ST, Tallahassee, FL 32303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Magnolia School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE LEARNING COMMUNITY (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE (rated 5.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SPRINGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CREATIVE PRE SCHOOL Tallahassee 0.2 mi
GRETCHEN EVERHART SCHOOL Tallahassee 0.6 mi 6.9
CORNERSTONE LEARNING COMMUNITY Tallahassee 0.7 mi 8.3
PREK Tallahassee 1.1 mi 5.8
ASTORIA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.2 mi 3.9
AMOS P. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.3 mi 4.5
SECOND CHANCE AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER Tallahassee 1.5 mi 4.1
SUCCESS ACADEMY AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER Tallahassee 1.5 mi 3.4
SPRINGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.9 mi 5.7
TALLAHASSEE SCHOOL OF MATH & SCIENCES Tallahassee 1.9 mi 4.9
FRANKLIN ACADEMY INC Tallahassee 1.8 mi 5.4
JOHN G RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 1.9 mi 3.0
SAIL Tallahassee 2.4 mi 5.6
SABAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.7 mi 4.8
GRIFFIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.5 mi 3.1
BROWNSVILLE PREPARATORY INSTITUTE Tallahassee 2.6 mi 4.9
UNITY CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT LLC Tallahassee 2.6 mi 5.4
CANOPY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 3.2 mi 4.1
SEALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee 2.9 mi 5.0
THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES CENTRE Tallahassee 2.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood 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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WESTMINSTER ACADEMY Tampa, FL 6.7
APPLE TREE MONTESSORI Southwest Ranches, FL 6.8
FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL INC. Bartow, FL 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Magnolia School

What grades does The Magnolia School serve?

The Magnolia School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Magnolia School?

The Magnolia School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Magnolia School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Magnolia School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Magnolia School rank in FL?

The Magnolia School ranks #587 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is The Magnolia School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Magnolia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Magnolia School a private school?

Yes, The Magnolia School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Magnolia School a religious school?

No, The Magnolia School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Leon County

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