Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, David C. Hinson Sr. 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 52% (which is higher than 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School's student population of 952 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David C. Hinson Sr. 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 David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1565 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
20%
21%
White
59%
36%
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
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School's ranking?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School is ranked #1565 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School often compared to?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ormond Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School?
952 students attend David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School offer ?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School part of?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School is part of Volusia School District.
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