Serving 484 students in grades 5-7, Ruth Rains 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 48% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Rains Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ruth Rains Middle School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruth Rains Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruth Rains Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1811 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
84%
36%
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
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Rains Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Rains Middle School is ranked #1811 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ruth Rains Middle School?
484 students attend Ruth Rains Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ruth Rains Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Rains Middle School?
Ruth Rains Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ruth Rains Middle School offer ?
Ruth Rains Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Ruth Rains Middle School part of?
Ruth Rains Middle School is part of Dixie School District.
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