Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawks Rise Elementary School serves the northern part of its Tallahassee school district, encompassing an area of approximately 49.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 5.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawks Rise Elementary School's student population of 752 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Where Education Soars and Dreams Rise
School Rankings
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawks Rise Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#237 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawks Rise Elementary School's ranking?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hawks Rise Elementary School often compared to?
Hawks Rise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Killearn Lakes Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School, Desoto Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School?
752 students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hawks Rise Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawks Rise Elementary School?
Hawks Rise Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawks Rise Elementary School offer ?
Hawks Rise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawks Rise Elementary School part of?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawks Rise Elementary School located?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is located in the Ox Bottom Manor neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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