RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL

RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LEON school district, located in TALLAHASSEE, FL with about 861 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 48 teachers, RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 401 W. Tharpe St. in Tallahassee, Florida, is a long-standing public institution within the Leon County School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-known for its central location and its commitment to fostering academic growth and extracurricular development in a diverse student body. As part of the Leon County district, it adheres to state-mandated curriculum standards while offering a variety of programs designed to prepare students for the transition to high school.

The school places a significant emphasis on community involvement and student engagement, often utilizing its website to communicate with parents and provide resources regarding academic calendars, athletics, and school policies. RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to create a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to participate in various clubs, arts, and athletic programs that complement their core studies. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for personal development, the school aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience for the Tallahassee community.

For more information, contact RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL at (850) 488-6287 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

401 W THARPE ST
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32303-5458
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RAA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TALLAHASSEE, FL with about 861 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
LEON
Total Students:
861
Teachers:
48
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 861 students

Black or African American
51.8%
White
37.6%
Hispanic/Latino
5.2%
Two or more races
3.8%
Asian
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

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.