Serving 625 students in grades 6-8, R. Frank Nims 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: R. Frank Nims Middle School serves the southern part of Tallahassee, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 155 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
R. Frank Nims Middle School's student population of 625 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Student Centered Culture, High Expectations
School Rankings
R. Frank Nims 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 R. Frank Nims Middle School is 0.40, 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
#3378 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
76%
21%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Frank Nims Middle School's ranking?
R. Frank Nims Middle School is ranked #3378 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are R. Frank Nims Middle School often compared to?
R. Frank Nims Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Middle School, Elizabeth Cobb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. Frank Nims Middle School?
625 students attend R. Frank Nims Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of R. Frank Nims Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. Frank Nims Middle School?
R. Frank Nims Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does R. Frank Nims Middle School offer ?
R. Frank Nims Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. Frank Nims Middle School part of?
R. Frank Nims Middle School is part of Leon School District.
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