Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Fernandina Beach Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernandina Beach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fernandina Beach Middle School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernandina Beach Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernandina Beach Middle School is 0.43, 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
#808 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
74%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernandina Beach Middle School's ranking?
Fernandina Beach Middle School is ranked #808 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fernandina Beach Middle School often compared to?
Fernandina Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yulee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fernandina Beach Middle School?
686 students attend Fernandina Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fernandina Beach Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernandina Beach Middle School?
Fernandina Beach Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernandina Beach Middle School offer ?
Fernandina Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fernandina Beach Middle School part of?
Fernandina Beach Middle School is part of Nassau School District.
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