Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John G Riley Elementary 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John G Riley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John G Riley Elementary School's student population of 608 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
John G Riley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John G Riley Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2733 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
77%
21%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Leon School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John G Riley Elementary School's ranking?
John G Riley Elementary School is ranked #2733 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John G Riley Elementary School often compared to?
John G Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Astoria Park Elementary School, Springwood Elementary 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend John G Riley Elementary School?
608 students attend John G Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of John G Riley Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John G Riley Elementary School?
John G Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John G Riley Elementary School offer ?
John G Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John G Riley Elementary School part of?
John G Riley Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is John G Riley Elementary School located?
John G Riley Elementary School is located in the Griffin Hgts neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Griffin Hgts.
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