Serving 1,154 students in grades 6-8, Davidson Middle School ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davidson Middle School's student population of 1,154 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davidson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davidson Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1362 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davidson Middle School's ranking?
Davidson Middle School is ranked #1362 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Davidson Middle School often compared to?
Davidson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoal River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Davidson Middle School?
1,154 students attend Davidson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Davidson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davidson Middle School?
Davidson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Davidson Middle School offer ?
Davidson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Davidson Middle School part of?
Davidson Middle School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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