Serving 777 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Cobb 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School's student population of 777 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Cobb Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2136 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
36%
Black
58%
21%
White
26%
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
43%
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 Elizabeth Cobb Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School is ranked #2136 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Elizabeth Cobb Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raa Middle School, Fairview Middle 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 48% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Cobb Middle School?
777 students attend Elizabeth Cobb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Elizabeth Cobb Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 7% 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 Elizabeth Cobb Middle School?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Cobb Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth Cobb Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth Cobb Middle School located?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School is located in the Old Town neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Town.
School Calendar
View the Elizabeth Cobb Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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)
2024 Scholars First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
2024 High School Open House
September 16, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
I love going to this school, Very nice teachers and administrators!
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