Serving 871 students in grades 6-8, Raa Middle 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raa Middle School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Blue, Yellow
School Rankings
Raa Middle 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 Raa Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2008 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
57%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Raa Middle School's ranking?
Raa Middle School is ranked #2008 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Raa Middle School often compared to?
Raa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Cobb Middle School, Griffin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Raa Middle School?
871 students attend Raa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Raa Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raa Middle School?
Raa Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raa Middle School offer ?
Raa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raa Middle School part of?
Raa Middle School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Raa Middle School located?
Raa Middle School is located in the Levy Park neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Levy Park.
School Reviews
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