Serving 1,343 students in grades 6-8, Buddy Taylor Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buddy Taylor Middle School's student population of 1,343 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buddy Taylor Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buddy Taylor Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2071 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buddy Taylor Middle School's ranking?
Buddy Taylor Middle School is ranked #2071 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Buddy Taylor Middle School often compared to?
Buddy Taylor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Trails Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Buddy Taylor Middle School?
1,343 students attend Buddy Taylor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Buddy Taylor Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buddy Taylor Middle School?
Buddy Taylor Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buddy Taylor Middle School offer ?
Buddy Taylor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buddy Taylor Middle School part of?
Buddy Taylor Middle School is part of Flagler School District.
School Reviews
5 3/1/2024
Amazing school with a great Administration/Dean''s Office. They are quick to handle any situation that arises. Very friendly and receptive to parent input and concerns.
5 4/29/2020
Great school for my children.
1 1/25/2020
Asian kid not like this specific school.
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