Serving 759 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 70% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kate Sullivan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kate Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 759 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kate Sullivan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kate Sullivan Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1432 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
42%
21%
White
30%
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
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kate Sullivan Elementary School?
759 students attend Kate Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kate Sullivan Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kate Sullivan Elementary School?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kate Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kate Sullivan Elementary School part of?
Kate Sullivan Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Kate Sullivan Elementary School located?
Kate Sullivan Elementary 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 Kate Sullivan Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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 10/16/2014
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