Serving 914 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 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%)
- 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 914 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Gulf Breeze Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 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
#285 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
85%
35%
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
20%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulf Breeze Middle School's ranking?
Gulf Breeze Middle School is ranked #285 out of 3,704 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 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?
914 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 Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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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