Serving 769 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 44% (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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science 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 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Cobb Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2181 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
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 #2181 out of 3,704 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?
44% 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 Elizabeth Cobb Middle School?
769 students attend Elizabeth Cobb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Elizabeth Cobb Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Cobb Middle School?
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Students and Teachers Out)
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School/End of Fourth Nine Weeks/End of Second Semester
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
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