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Sealey Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 627 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
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2010:
Based on 3 ratings

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Posted April 29, 2013

Great teachers and staff! Students are always challenged. The special areas of music, art, and p.e. are always engaging. Diversity of this school is wonderful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2013

this school is just like the name..."silly". the teachers and staff pick over every little thing. my child is a smart straight "a" student but instead of constant encourgement they continuously try to put him down. majority of students here are from different countries. my son is natural born american who gets no credit. on top of that, they constantly charge parents money on everything. they even tried to cheeat my son out of his field trip money. i am very disappointed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 11, 2010

its a good school to learn in and the have very good teachers


Posted November 2, 2010

Sealey is a small school and has a family like atmosphere. All of the staff know my children and all express to me how happy they are that my children are at Sealey. The teachers at Sealey are very loving and helpful. The programs at Sealey encourage children to do their best job.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2010

The kids and teachers make Sealey Elementary great! Everyone works hard to make Sealey the best!!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 23, 2010

It has the best students, faculty and staff in the USA!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2010

My child is developing greatly. The teachers, parents and students are great. The principal and staff are professional and supportive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 28, 2010

As a parent of child that attends Sealey I am very grateful that my son has such a wonderful school and is exposed to so many giving teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2010

Helpful teachers and staff...willingness to work with the parents
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 26, 2010

overall scholastic and diverse curriculum and environment that provides a home away from home for the kids. My daugther loves it and will to remain a student at Sealey until middle school :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 22, 2008

Sealey is a great school. We are blessed to have Mrs. Clemons.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2006

Sealey is a science and magnet school. This means that they stress science and math. I have 2 children in the school. One is in the special education program and one is in gifted. The teachers and administration have worked with us to meet the neds of both children. My son in special needs gets speech and occupational therapy every day while still getting a great kindergarten experience. My gifted son gets extra work and encouragement from his teacher in fifth grade. The principle has been wonderful and the art and music classes are great. The school also has many after hours family events such as family science nights taught ny students and professors from FSU. Parent envolvment is encouraged greatly. We like this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 13, 2005

We are pleased with our kindergartener's progress at Sealey. He does very well with their program. His teacher is attentive and helpful. Activities such as the school-wide 'Chess Challenge' do a great job of motivating students to really enjoy school. We have no real issues after a year at Sealey, and we think it has been a great year for our son.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 26, 2003

Sealey is a wonderful school! The former principal, Mr. Hamilton, was always so kind to our family. Teachers are open to parent involvement and let parents know what is going on with their child. I give it an A+.
—Submitted by a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

109 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

109 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
65%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
55%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 61% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
66%
Science

The state average for Science was 51% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 81% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
90%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "A".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "B".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "A".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 47% 46%
Black 36% 23%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 2%
Hispanic 6% 25%
Multiracial 6% 4%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 40%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 14N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 60%N/A65%
Master's degree 41%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 0%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 12%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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2815 Allen Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Phone: (850) 488-5640

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