Florida State University School is a laboratory school located in Tallahassee, Florida, United States. It is sponsored by Florida State University and works in close collaboration with the Florida State University College of Education.
Serving 1,871 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Florida State University School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida State University School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Florida State University School's student population of 1,871 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1851
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florida State University School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florida State University School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida State University School's ranking?
Florida State University School is ranked #396 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida State University School?
The graduation rate of Florida State University School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Florida State University School?
1,871 students attend Florida State University School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Florida State University School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florida State University School?
Florida State University School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida State University School offer ?
Florida State University School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida State University School part of?
Florida State University School is part of Fsu Lab School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2014
FSU in Tallahassee Florida sounds fun and maybe I would like to go FSU soon :) :) :) y'all have a great day from alexiskinsey.
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