Serving 1,037 students in grades 6-8, New Smyrna Beach Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority 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: 1,037 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Smyrna Beach Middle School's student population of 1,037 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,037 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Smyrna Beach 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 New Smyrna Beach Middle School is 0.35, 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
#2401 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
80%
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
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Smyrna Beach Middle School's ranking?
New Smyrna Beach Middle School is ranked #2401 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New Smyrna Beach Middle School often compared to?
New Smyrna Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend New Smyrna Beach Middle School?
1,037 students attend New Smyrna Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of New Smyrna Beach Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Smyrna Beach Middle School?
New Smyrna Beach Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Smyrna Beach Middle School offer ?
New Smyrna Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Smyrna Beach Middle School part of?
New Smyrna Beach Middle School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is New Smyrna Beach Middle School located?
New Smyrna Beach Middle School is located in the Seminole Gardens neighborhood of New Smyrna Beach, FL.
School Reviews
2 1/20/2020
Poor communication with parents from teachers. A lot of fights with little security. 2 stars
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