Serving 1,443 students in grades 6-8, Pacetti Bay Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 1,443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacetti Bay Middle School 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
Pacetti Bay Middle School's student population of 1,443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pacetti Bay Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacetti Bay 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
#507 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacetti Bay Middle School's ranking?
Pacetti Bay Middle School is ranked #507 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pacetti Bay Middle School often compared to?
Pacetti Bay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebastian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pacetti Bay Middle School?
1,443 students attend Pacetti Bay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pacetti Bay Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacetti Bay Middle School?
Pacetti Bay Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pacetti Bay Middle School offer ?
Pacetti Bay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pacetti Bay Middle School part of?
Pacetti Bay Middle School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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