Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Jinks Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jinks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jinks Middle School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Jinks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jinks Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2298 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Jinks Middle School's ranking?
Jinks Middle School is ranked #2298 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jinks Middle School often compared to?
Jinks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mowat Middle School, Merritt Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jinks Middle School?
583 students attend Jinks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jinks Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jinks Middle School?
Jinks Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jinks Middle School offer ?
Jinks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jinks Middle School part of?
Jinks Middle School is part of Bay School District.
School Reviews
4 12/21/2020
I rate this school a 4 out of 5 only because I love all of my teachers and I have the best time with my friends even though there are the ups and downs overall it's the best school and only school id want to go to.
2 9/1/2011
more of a daycare for middle school students than a learning environment
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