For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,475 students in 32312, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,857 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 32312, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32312, FL are Gilchrist Elementary School, Hawks Rise Elementary School and Deerlake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32312 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32312, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32312, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilchrist Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1301 Timberlane Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 487-4310
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 487-4310
Gr: PK-5 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Hawks Rise Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
205 Meadow Ridge Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 487-4733
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 487-4733
Gr: PK-5 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Deerlake Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9902 Deer Lk W
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 922-6545
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 922-6545
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Killearn Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8037 Deer Lk E
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 921-1265
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 921-1265
Gr: PK-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Lawton Chiles High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7200 Lawton Chiles Ln
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 488-1756
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 488-1756
Gr: 9-12 | 1,881 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Sealey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2815 Allen Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 488-5640
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 488-5640
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32312, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32312, FL include Gilchrist Elementary School, Hawks Rise Elementary School and Deerlake Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32312?
6 public schools are located in 32312.
What percentage of students in 32312 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 32312 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32312?
32312 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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