Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Raa 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAA Middle School serves the northwest part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an area of approximately 40.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raa Middle School's student population of 928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raa 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 Raa Middle 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
#1898 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
58%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raa Middle School's ranking?
Raa Middle School is ranked #1898 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Raa Middle School often compared to?
Raa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Cobb Middle School, Griffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Raa Middle School?
928 students attend Raa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Raa Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raa Middle School?
Raa Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raa Middle School offer ?
Raa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raa Middle School part of?
Raa Middle School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Raa Middle School located?
Raa Middle School is located in the Levy Park neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Levy Park.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2026
Raa Middle School is the fine arts magnet middle school for Leon County. The arts programs are all the best in the district: they offer guitar, art, dance, orchestra, steel, musical theater, chorus, band, and more. It is an old school but they are currently making improvements. The core curriculum teachers are as good as at any other middle school in Leon County.
5 10/10/2025
Raa had a school community that supports each other in learning. It offers kids many opportunities to learn about the arts. There is always someone willing to help.
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