Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Gulf Breeze Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Gulf Breeze Middle School serves the southern part of Gulf Breeze, FL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 10.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulf Breeze Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gulf Breeze Middle School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
916 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gulf Breeze Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulf Breeze Middle School is 0.27, 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
#267 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Breeze Middle School's ranking?
Gulf Breeze Middle School is ranked #267 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gulf Breeze Middle School often compared to?
Gulf Breeze Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbs Middle School, Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gulf Breeze Middle School?
916 students attend Gulf Breeze Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gulf Breeze Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gulf Breeze Middle School?
Gulf Breeze Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gulf Breeze Middle School offer ?
Gulf Breeze Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulf Breeze Middle School part of?
Gulf Breeze Middle School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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