Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 69% 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: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kate Sullivan Elementary School serves the eastern part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 737 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Sullivan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kate Sullivan Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1473 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)21.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #1473 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kate Sullivan Elementary School?
737 students attend Kate Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kate Sullivan Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kate Sullivan Elementary School?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kate Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kate Sullivan Elementary School part of?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Kate Sullivan Elementary School located?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School is located in the Old Town neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Town.
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