Serving 365 students in grades 6-8, Okaloosa Stemm Center ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okaloosa Stemm Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Okaloosa Stemm Center's student population of 365 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Okaloosa Stemm Center ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okaloosa Stemm Center is 0.51, 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
#3 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okaloosa Stemm Center's ranking?
Okaloosa Stemm Center is ranked #3 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Okaloosa Stemm Center often compared to?
Okaloosa Stemm Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Pine View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Okaloosa Stemm Center?
365 students attend Okaloosa Stemm Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Okaloosa Stemm Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okaloosa Stemm Center?
Okaloosa Stemm Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Okaloosa Stemm Center offer ?
Okaloosa Stemm Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Okaloosa Stemm Center part of?
Okaloosa Stemm Center is part of Okaloosa School District.
School Reviews
Review Okaloosa Stemm Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
