At a glance
Reported students
1,718
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
65.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
26.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
504
James Rickards High School: 1,718 reported students.
State peer staffing position
83rd percentile
26.2:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. 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
- 1,588
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78.23
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.3:1
What the reported data says about James Rickards High School
James Rickards High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Tallahassee. It is one of 53 current school records connected to Leon. NCES reports 1,718 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 26.2:1, above the Florida median of 21.6:1 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 (71%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.2%). English learners represent 2.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 20 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking James Rickards High School
- 1How do the reported 26.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 65.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 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
- 2.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 51.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- 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
- White7.7%
- Hispanic10.2%
- Black71%
- Asian6.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.4%
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
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
20 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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.
Leon High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,793 reported students
Lincoln High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,822 reported students
Lawton Chiles High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,881 reported students
Amos P. Godby High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,388 reported students
Sail
High · Grades 09–12
359 reported students
Ghazvini Learning Center
High · Grades 06–12
130 reported students
Public schools near James Rickards High 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pace Center for Girls High · Leon | 06–12 | 44 | 1.7 mi |
| Leon High School High · Leon | 09–12 | 1,793 | 2.8 mi |
| Leon County Virtual School Franchise High · Leon | 06–12 | 88 | 3.4 mi |
| Leon Virtual Academy High · Leon | 06–12 | 0 | 3.4 mi |
| Lincoln High School High · Leon | 09–12 | 1,822 | 3.6 mi |
| Sail High · Leon | 09–12 | 359 | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about James Rickards High School
What grades does James Rickards High School serve?
James Rickards High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Leon.
How many students attend James Rickards High School?
James Rickards High School reported 1,718 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,588 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at James Rickards High School?
The calculated ratio is 26.2:1, based on 1,718 students and 65.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is James Rickards High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
James Rickards High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of James Rickards High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
51.7% 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 James Rickards High School in?
James Rickards High 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 James Rickards High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pace Center for Girls (1.7 mi), Leon High School (2.8 mi), Leon County Virtual School Franchise (3.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.