Serving 631 students in grades 6-12, Hill-gustat 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill-gustat Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hill-gustat Middle School's student population of 631 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hill-gustat 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 Hill-gustat Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1963 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill-gustat Middle School's ranking?
Hill-gustat Middle School is ranked #1963 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hill-gustat Middle School often compared to?
Hill-gustat Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebring Middle School, Avon Park 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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hill-gustat Middle School?
631 students attend Hill-gustat Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hill-gustat Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill-gustat Middle School?
Hill-gustat Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hill-gustat Middle School offer ?
Hill-gustat Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hill-gustat Middle School part of?
Hill-gustat Middle School is part of Highlands School District.
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