Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawks Rise Elementary School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawks Rise Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawks Rise Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#245 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
56%
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
13%
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 Hawks Rise Elementary School's ranking?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hawks Rise Elementary School often compared to?
Hawks Rise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Killearn Lakes Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School, Desoto Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School?
805 students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hawks Rise Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawks Rise Elementary School?
Hawks Rise Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawks Rise Elementary School offer ?
Hawks Rise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hawks Rise Elementary School part of?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawks Rise Elementary School located?
Hawks Rise Elementary School is located in the Ox Bottom Manor neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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)
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