Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Hawks Rise Elementary School's student population of 779 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawks Rise Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#101 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
6%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
60%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #101 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hawks Rise Elementary School often compared to?
Hawks Rise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilchrist Elementary School, Killearn Lakes Elementary School, Desoto Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School?
779 students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hawks Rise Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
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 16:1.
What grades does Hawks Rise Elementary School offer ?
Hawks Rise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
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)
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