Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J Michael Conley Elementary School at Southwood serves the southeastern part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 43 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Where inquiring minds come alive!
School Rankings
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood 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 J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood is 0.69, 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
#2296 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
50%
21%
White
19%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood's ranking?
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood is ranked #2296 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood often compared to?
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Florida State University School, Apalachee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood?
693 students attend J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood students are Black, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood?
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood offer ?
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood part of?
J Michael Conley Elementary School At Southwood is part of Leon School District.
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