Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences's student population of 568 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences 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 Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences is 0.66, 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
#1577 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
50%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences's ranking?
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences is ranked #1577 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences often compared to?
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like The School Of Arts & Sciences Centre, Canopy Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences?
568 students attend Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences?
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences offer ?
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences part of?
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences is part of Leon School District.
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