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Hawks Rise Elementary School

Public Grades PK, KG-5

96^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools

Better than 96% of Florida elementary schools

Summary

Hawks Rise Elementary School is a high-performing public school in Tallahassee, FL, serving 752 students in grades PK-5 within the Leon district, and it consistently ranks among the top 5% of all elementary schools in Florida.

Hawks Rise stands out for its exceptional and consistent academic performance, with recent test scores ranging from 81% to 88% proficiency across all subjects and grade levels. This places it in the 96th percentile statewide, on par with top nearby schools like Gilchrist Elementary School (95th percentile) and ahead of other strong peers such as Desoto Trail Elementary School (85th percentile) and Roberts Elementary School (84th percentile). The school also boasts an extremely low chronic absenteeism rate of 12.7%, far better than the district average of 36.8% and the state average of 31.4%, indicating strong student and family engagement. Additionally, Hawks Rise achieves these results with a per-student spending of $11,686, which is less than several lower-performing schools in the district, such as Springwood Elementary School ($13,728) and Sealey Elementary School ($14,258), suggesting efficient use of resources.

While Hawks Rise is a top-tier choice, families may also consider Gilchrist Elementary School, located just 3.9 miles away, which has a slightly lower chronic absenteeism rate (8.2%) and a comparable statewide ranking. However, Hawks Rise has shown more consistent top-100 rankings over the past decade, demonstrating resilience and stability even during the pandemic years. This consistency, combined with its strong academic outcomes and low absenteeism, makes Hawks Rise a standout option for families in the northeastern part of Tallahassee seeking a reliable, high-quality public elementary education.

752

Students ?

14.7

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,686

Per pupil spending ?

14.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

205 Meadow Ridge Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32312

(850) 487-4733

District: Leon

Students who attend Hawks Rise Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Deerlake Middle School
High:	Lawton Chiles High School

Racial breakdown:

White:

54.7%

Asian:

16.8%

African American:

10.5%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 99th percentile in 2016 → 96th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (84% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 4% of Florida elementary schools

✓Among the top-ranked schools in Leon

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school84%

District avg61%

Florida avg62%

96^th of 2,240

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 4%▼ down 3 pts since 2016

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 27Elementary Schools in the Leon

39^th of 70Leon among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	91.9	96 of 2240	95.7%	★★★★★
2025	93.5	72 of 2258	96.8%	★★★★★
2024	90.8	148 of 2256	93.4%	★★★★★
2023	93.0	97 of 2240	95.7%	★★★★★
2022	92.6	107 of 2219	95.2%	★★★★★
2021	95.1	56 of 2247	97.5%	★★★★★
2019	95.0	32 of 2182	98.5%	★★★★★
2018	93.9	60 of 2118	97.2%	★★★★★
2017	95.8	23 of 2112	98.9%	★★★★★
2016	96.1	31 of 2087	98.5%	★★★★★
2014	96.2	21 of 2064	99.0%	★★★★★
2013	96.6	16 of 2029	99.2%	★★★★★
2012	96.0	26 of 1984	98.7%	★★★★★
2011	91.2	85 of 1985	95.7%	★★★★★
2010	91.0	84 of 1919	95.6%	★★★★★
2009	94.0	28 of 1847	98.5%	★★★★★
2008	95.0	20 of 1789	98.9%	★★★★★
2007	95.7	13 of 1786	99.3%	★★★★★
2006	95.2	30 of 1688	98.2%	★★★★★

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Math87%+22 vs state

Science83%+23 vs state

English Language Arts83%+22 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Sunday, April 9, 2023

By far the best elementary school in Leon County. Admins are responsive and teachers are caring. Technology and opportunities abound. Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, February 20, 2011

Wonderful, caring and involved teachers. I have a 4th and 5th grader at this school and they have had a terrific experience at Hewks Rise. Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, February 13, 2011

Teacher/student ratio too high. There are over 20 kids in every classroom. That is too many for one teacher. Need smaller classroom sizes. Close Quote

Schools Near Hawks Rise Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)						FAST Math (2026)						Statewide Science Science (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Hawks Rise Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	205 Meadow Ridge Dr	Tallahassee	32312	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	No	(850) 487-4733	752	51	14.7	14.9%	411 (54.7%)	79 (10.5%)	77 (10.2%)	126 (16.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	59 (7.8%)	91.9	96^th of 2240 public elementary schools	95.7%		93.5	72^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	96.8%	24	84.0	81.0	83.0				88.0	88.0	84.0				83.0					$11,686	$987	$10,699
Desoto Trail Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5200 Tredington Park Dr	Tallahassee	32309	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	No	(850) 488-4511	652	41	15.8	15.2%	458 (70.2%)	57 (8.7%)	71 (10.9%)	27 (4.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (6.0%)	82.3	328^th of 2240 public elementary schools	85.4%		71.9	584^th of 2258 public elementary schools	74.1%	256	74.0	70.0	72.0				87.0	78.0	78.0				78.0					$10,022	$697	$9,324
Killearn Lakes Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	8037 Deer Lk E	Tallahassee	32312	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	No	(850) 921-1265	740	49	15.0	13.8%	512 (69.2%)	66 (8.9%)	78 (10.5%)	45 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (5.3%)	87.5	196^th of 2240 public elementary schools	91.3%		91	132^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	94.2%	64	77.0	81.0	75.0				90.0	84.0	80.0				77.0					$10,959	$734	$10,225
Gilchrist Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1301 Timberlane Rd	Tallahassee	32312	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	No	(850) 487-4310	857	53	16.3	19.6%	511 (59.6%)	114 (13.3%)	97 (11.3%)	59 (6.9%)	2 (0.2%)	4 (0.5%)	70 (8.2%)	91.6	101^st of 2240 public elementary schools	95.5%		89.6	180^th of 2258 public elementary schools	92.0%	79	80.0	88.0	83.0				92.0	79.0	88.0				87.0					$10,961	$753	$10,209
The School Of Arts And Sciences On Thomasville	Public, Charter	K-8	3208 Thomasville Rd	Tallahassee	32308	Leon County	Leon	Yes	No	No	No	(850) 386-6566	461	43	10.7	9.8%	300 (65.1%)	62 (13.4%)	55 (11.9%)	11 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	33 (7.2%)	74.3	520^th of 2240 public elementary schools	76.8%		61.4	847^th of 2258 public elementary schools	62.5%	327	75.0	66.0	78.0	70.0	82.0	73.0	71.0	68.0	82.0	69.0	57.0	63.0	86.0	77.0	97.0	100.0		$9,278	$246	$9,033
Canopy Oaks Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3250 Point View Dr	Tallahassee	32303	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	No	(850) 488-3301	617	39	15.8	45.5%	304 (49.3%)	192 (31.1%)	53 (8.6%)	15 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	51 (8.3%)	33.1	1583^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	29.3%		34.8	1499^th of 2258 public elementary schools	33.6%	84	54.0	41.0	64.0				56.0	58.0	51.0				43.0					$10,018	$740	$9,277
Sealey Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	2815 Allen Rd	Tallahassee	32312	Leon County	Leon	No	Yes	No	Yes	(850) 488-5640	369	27	13.6	49.9%	61 (16.5%)	234 (63.4%)	40 (10.8%)	4 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (8.1%)	44.8	1278^th of 2240 public elementary schools	42.9%		41.6	1304^th of 2258 public elementary schools	42.2%	26	69.0	52.0	66.0				51.0	52.0	64.0				50.0					$14,258	$1,975	$12,283
Tallahassee School Of Math & Sciences	Public, Charter	K-8	3434 N Monroe St	Tallahassee	32303	Leon County	Leon	Yes	No	No	Yes	(850) 681-7827	621	37	16.7	50.9%	120 (19.3%)	314 (50.6%)	130 (20.9%)	17 (2.7%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (0.6%)	35 (5.6%)	35.7	1508^th of 2240 public elementary schools	32.7%		30.3	1638^th of 2258 public elementary schools	27.5%	130	46.0	48.0	56.0	72.0	71.0	62.0	58.0	52.0	46.0	57.0	72.0	0.0	53.0	56.0	83.0		82.0	$9,120	$324	$8,796
The School Of Arts & Sciences Centre	Public, Charter	K-8	2415 N Monroe St	Tallahassee	32303	Leon County	Leon	Yes	No	No	No	(850) 999-8267	448	35	12.8	21.7%	248 (55.4%)	77 (17.2%)	60 (13.4%)	22 (4.9%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.7%)	38 (8.5%)	56.7	964^th of 2240 public elementary schools	57.0%		60.5	867^th of 2258 public elementary schools	61.6%	97	74.0	62.0	72.0	52.0	62.0	64.0	75.0	54.0	67.0	37.0	25.0	74.0	66.0	79.0	92.0	90.0		$8,183	$105	$8,078
Springwood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3801 Fred George Rd	Tallahassee	32303	Leon County	Leon	No	No	No	Yes	(850) 488-6225	460	32	14.3	66.3%	47 (10.2%)	342 (74.3%)	35 (7.6%)	4 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	32 (7.0%)	45.1	1266^th of 2240 public elementary schools	43.5%		39.5	1374^th of 2258 public elementary schools	39.1%	108	48.0	45.0	59.0				65.0	66.0	78.0				51.0					$13,728	$2,042	$11,685

Frequently Asked Questions about Hawks Rise Elementary School

How many students attend Hawks Rise Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 752 students attended Hawks Rise Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Hawks Rise Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Hawks Rise Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Deerlake Middle School
High : Lawton Chiles High School

Is Hawks Rise Elementary School a good school?

Yes! Hawks Rise Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 96^th of 2240 Florida elementary schools.

What district is Hawks Rise Elementary School in?

Leon

What is the racial makeup of Hawks Rise Elementary School?

Students at Hawks Rise Elementary School are 55% White, 17% Asian, 11% African American, 10% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races.

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