Serving 366 students in grades 6-8, Okaloosa Stemm Center ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okaloosa Stemm Center 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
Okaloosa Stemm Center's student population of 366 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Motto
Inspire. Innovate. Impact.
School Rankings
Okaloosa Stemm Center ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okaloosa Stemm Center is 0.46, 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
#3 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okaloosa Stemm Center's ranking?
Okaloosa Stemm Center is ranked #3 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Okaloosa Stemm Center often compared to?
Okaloosa Stemm Centeris often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Ruckel Middle School, Pine View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Okaloosa Stemm Center?
366 students attend Okaloosa Stemm Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Okaloosa Stemm Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okaloosa Stemm Center?
Okaloosa Stemm Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Okaloosa Stemm Center offer ?
Okaloosa Stemm Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okaloosa Stemm Center part of?
Okaloosa Stemm Center is part of Okaloosa School District.
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