Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, Fernandina Beach 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 62% (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 27% 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: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernandina Beach Middle School serves the eastern part of Fernandina Beach, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 44.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernandina Beach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fernandina Beach Middle School's student population of 721 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fernandina Beach 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 Fernandina Beach Middle School is 0.44, 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
#629 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)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-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 Fernandina Beach Middle School's ranking?
Fernandina Beach Middle School is ranked #629 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fernandina Beach Middle School often compared to?
Fernandina Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yulee 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fernandina Beach Middle School?
721 students attend Fernandina Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Fernandina Beach Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernandina Beach Middle School?
Fernandina Beach Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernandina Beach Middle School offer ?
Fernandina Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernandina Beach Middle School part of?
Fernandina Beach Middle School is part of Nassau School District.
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