Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Vernon 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Middle School's student population of 278 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon Middle School is 0.42, 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
#2816 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
75%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Vernon Middle School is ranked #2816 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roulhac Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Vernon Middle School?
278 students attend Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vernon Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon Middle School?
Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vernon Middle School offer ?
Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vernon Middle School part of?
Vernon Middle School is part of Washington School District.
School Calendar
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Date
End Grading Period 4/Last Day for Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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