Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Griffin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Griffin Middle School serves the west part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffin Middle School's student population of 457 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Griffin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griffin Middle School is 0.39, 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
#3376 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
77%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffin Middle School's ranking?
Griffin Middle School is ranked #3376 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Griffin Middle School often compared to?
Griffin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raa Middle School, Elizabeth Cobb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Griffin Middle School?
457 students attend Griffin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Griffin Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffin Middle School?
Griffin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Griffin Middle School offer ?
Griffin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Griffin Middle School part of?
Griffin Middle School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Griffin Middle School located?
Griffin Middle School is located in the Griffin Hgts neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Griffin Hgts.
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