Silver Sands Middle School

1300 Herbert St
Port Orange, FL 32129
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,246 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 50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 1,246 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Silver Sands Middle School's student population of 1,246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,246 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
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School Rankings

Silver Sands 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 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#1492 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
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50%
48%
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52%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
10%
36%
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Black
17%
21%
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White
64%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.55
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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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 Silver Sands Middle School's ranking?
Silver Sands Middle School is ranked #1492 out of 3,655 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Sands Middle School?
1,246 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 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
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.

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.
- Posted by Parent - Concerned parent
5   12/28/2015
Excellent school, great teachers, and I agree talented band..
- Posted by Parent - Realt
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
- Posted by Student/Alumni - taylo
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!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - stacy

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,246 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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