R. Frank Nims Middle School serves 518 students in grades 6-8.
R. Frank Nims Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
R. Frank Nims Middle School's student population of 518 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R. Frank Nims Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of R. Frank Nims Middle School is 0.37, 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
#3425 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
78%
21%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Frank Nims Middle School's ranking?
R. Frank Nims Middle School is ranked #3425 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. Frank Nims Middle School?
518 students attend R. Frank Nims Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of R. Frank Nims Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. Frank Nims Middle School?
R. Frank Nims Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does R. Frank Nims Middle School offer ?
R. Frank Nims Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is R. Frank Nims Middle School part of?
R. Frank Nims Middle School is part of Leon School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 11, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Holiday - All District Offices and Schools Closed
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Memorial Day - District Offices and Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fourth of July Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)
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