Serving 872 students in grades 6-8, Emerald Coast 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 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Coast Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, and spans approximately 1,239.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 45.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Coast Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerald Coast Middle School's student population of 872 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
872 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emerald Coast 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 Emerald Coast Middle School is 0.49, 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
#544 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-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 Emerald Coast Middle School's ranking?
Emerald Coast Middle School is ranked #544 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Emerald Coast Middle School often compared to?
Emerald Coast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Destin Middle School, Freeport Middle School, Walton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Emerald Coast Middle School?
872 students attend Emerald Coast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Emerald Coast Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Coast Middle School?
Emerald Coast Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerald Coast Middle School offer ?
Emerald Coast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Coast Middle School part of?
Emerald Coast Middle School is part of Walton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Such a great new school
(constructed last summer)
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