HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LEON school district, located in TALLAHASSEE, FL with about 870 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a highly regarded public school located in the Killearn Lakes neighborhood of Tallahassee, Florida. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Leon County School District and is consistently recognized for its academic excellence. It fosters a supportive learning environment that emphasizes strong foundational education, character development, and active parental involvement, which has helped it maintain a reputation as one of the top-performing elementary schools in the region.

Beyond its focus on core academics, Hawks Rise is known for its vibrant school community and commitment to the "Hawks Rise Way," which encourages students to demonstrate integrity, responsibility, and kindness. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and modern instructional resources designed to engage diverse learners. With its strong connection to the local community and a dedicated teaching staff, Hawks Rise remains a preferred choice for families in the Tallahassee area seeking a rigorous and nurturing primary education.

For more information, contact HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (850) 487-4733 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

205 MEADOW RIDGE DR
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32312-1565
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HAWKS RISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TALLAHASSEE, FL with about 870 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LEON
Total Students:
870
Teachers:
56
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 870 students

White
62.5%
Asian
12.4%
Black or African American
12.1%
Two or more races
6.4%
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.