Howard Middle School serves 215 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 78% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
38%
Black
76%
21%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Howard Middle School?
215 students attend Howard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Howard Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard Middle School?
Howard Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howard Middle School offer ?
Howard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howard Middle School part of?
Howard Middle School is part of Jefferson School District.
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