Serving 799 students in grades 5-8, Destin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Destin Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Destin, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being nearly 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Destin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Destin Middle School's student population of 799 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Destin 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 Destin Middle School is 0.53, 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
#466 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destin Middle School's ranking?
Destin Middle School is ranked #466 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Destin Middle School often compared to?
Destin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Coast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Destin Middle School?
799 students attend Destin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Destin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Destin Middle School?
Destin Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Destin Middle School offer ?
Destin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Destin Middle School part of?
Destin Middle School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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