Chaires Elementary School

4774 Chaires Crossroads
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chaires Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chaires Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Chaires Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Chaires Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaires Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#1230 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
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51%
48%
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60%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Chaires Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
36%
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Black
27%
21%
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White
59%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.58
This chart display the diversity score of Chaires Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chaires Elementary School's ranking?
Chaires Elementary School is ranked #1230 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chaires Elementary School often compared to?
Chaires Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buck Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chaires Elementary School?
450 students attend Chaires Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chaires Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaires Elementary School?
Chaires Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chaires Elementary School offer ?
Chaires Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chaires Elementary School part of?
Chaires Elementary School is part of Leon School District.

School Calendar

View the Chaires Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Spring Holiday - All District Offices and Schools Closed
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Memorial Day - District Offices and Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fourth of July Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)

School Reviews

5   3/26/2020
I simply can not say enough positive things about the teachers and staff at Chaires! They all go above and beyond for their students. Chaires is a unique school with a small homey feel to it which makes it extra special. The principal goes out of her way to make sure she was not only knows each student, but each family as well. I love Chaires!
- Posted by Parent - K
2   12/27/2018
One of the best elementary schools I have ever encountered! Amazing staff with a true care and devotion for their students success!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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