Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville is 0.54, 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
#482 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville's ranking?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville is ranked #482 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville often compared to?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasvilleis often viewed alongside schools like Florida State University School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville?
457 students attend The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville offer ?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville part of?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville located?
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville is located in the Piedmont Live Oak neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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