Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sabal Palm Elementary 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabal Palm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sabal Palm Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sabal Palm Elementary 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 Sabal Palm Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2778 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
14%
37%

Black
71%
21%

White
9%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabal Palm Elementary School's ranking?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is ranked #2778 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sabal Palm Elementary School?
473 students attend Sabal Palm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sabal Palm Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sabal Palm Elementary School?
Sabal Palm Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sabal Palm Elementary School offer ?
Sabal Palm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sabal Palm Elementary School part of?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabal Palm Elementary School located?
Sabal Palm Elementary School is located in the Mabry Manor neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School/End of Fourth Nine Weeks/End of Second Semester
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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