Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Callahan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Callahan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Callahan Middle School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Callahan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Callahan Middle School is 0.24, 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
#523 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
87%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Callahan Middle School's ranking?
Callahan Middle School is ranked #523 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Callahan Middle School often compared to?
Callahan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yulee Middle School, Fernandina Beach Middle School, Hilliard Middle-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Callahan Middle School?
704 students attend Callahan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Callahan Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Callahan Middle School?
Callahan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Callahan Middle School offer ?
Callahan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Callahan Middle School part of?
Callahan Middle School is part of Nassau School District.
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