At a glance
Reported students
353
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
15th percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
504
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School: 353 reported students.
State peer staffing position
6th percentile
12.6:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 331
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29.9
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about Frank Hartsfield Elementary School
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Tallahassee. It is one of 53 current school records connected to Leon. NCES reports 353 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 15th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.6:1, below the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (77.6%) and White (8.2%). English learners represent 1.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Frank Hartsfield Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 28 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 19%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 67.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White8.2%
- Hispanic6.8%
- Black77.6%
- Asian2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.8%
- Multiracial4.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Leon
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Sealey Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
369 reported students
Oak Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
432 reported students
The School of Arts & Sciences Centre
Elementary · Grades KG–08
448 reported students
Pineview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
457 reported students
Sabal Palm Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
459 reported students
Springwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
460 reported students
Public schools near Frank Hartsfield Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Sullivan Elementary School Elementary · Leon | PK–05 | 737 | 1.6 mi |
| Leon County Virtual Instruction Program Elementary · Leon | KG–08 | 0 | 2.4 mi |
| J Michael Conley Elementary School at Southwood Elementary · Leon | PK–05 | 693 | 2.4 mi |
| Bond Elementary School Elementary · Leon | PK–05 | 611 | 2.4 mi |
| Apalachee Elementary School Elementary · Leon | PK–05 | 482 | 2.4 mi |
| Ruediger Elementary School Elementary · Leon | PK–05 | 504 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Frank Hartsfield Elementary School
What grades does Frank Hartsfield Elementary School serve?
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Leon.
How many students attend Frank Hartsfield Elementary School?
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School reported 353 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 15th percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 331 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Frank Hartsfield Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12.6:1, based on 353 students and 28 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Frank Hartsfield Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Leon attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Frank Hartsfield Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
67.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Frank Hartsfield Elementary School in?
Frank Hartsfield Elementary School is part of Leon, based in Tallahassee, FL, which operates 53 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Frank Hartsfield Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kate Sullivan Elementary School (1.6 mi), Leon County Virtual Instruction Program (2.4 mi), J Michael Conley Elementary School at Southwood (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.