Serving 1,165 students in grades 6-8, Silver Sands Middle School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 36% 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: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Sands Middle School's student population of 1,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Sands Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Sands Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1623 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
64%
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 Silver Sands Middle School's ranking?
Silver Sands Middle School is ranked #1623 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Sands Middle School often compared to?
Silver Sands 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Sands Middle School?
1,165 students attend Silver Sands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Silver Sands Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Sands Middle School?
Silver Sands Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Sands Middle School offer ?
Silver Sands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Silver Sands Middle School part of?
Silver Sands Middle School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Sands Middle School located?
Silver Sands Middle School is located in the Southern Oaks neighborhood of Port Orange, FL.
School Reviews
1 6/16/2020
How is it that a parental purchase for their child's needed lockers and gym uniforms online. Then the following day their child goes to pick up the clothes paid for, only to be told that they are completely out of that size uniform. But her coach immediately gave her a shirt and shorts that were so small that they would fit a baby and told her they were free. Now the whole school year is gone and she never received the uniform I paid for because they are always out of that size.
5 12/28/2015
Excellent school, great teachers, and I agree talented band..
5 11/15/2012
i love the band here. i am in the beggining band and i play the flute! mr. williams is the best band teacher in the whole entire world
5 1/31/2011
Silver Sands is a very talented school. They have one of the best bands, choirs groups, and art program. Mr. and Mrs. Williams are the best preforming arts teachers! And the Drama Department is the best also!
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