Serving 676 students in grades 3-5, S. S. Dixon Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: S. S. Dixon Intermediate School serves the southwest area of Milton, FL, encompassing approximately 42.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School's student population of 676 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of S. S. Dixon Intermediate School is 0.41, 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
#491 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S. S. Dixon Intermediate School's ranking?
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School is ranked #491 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are S. S. Dixon Intermediate School often compared to?
S. S. Dixon Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pea Ridge Elementary School, Berryhill Elementary School, S. S. Dixon Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend S. S. Dixon Intermediate School?
676 students attend S. S. Dixon Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of S. S. Dixon Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S. S. Dixon Intermediate School?
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does S. S. Dixon Intermediate School offer ?
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is S. S. Dixon Intermediate School part of?
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Absolutely a fantastic school for children with special needs.My grson attended here and is autistic. Staff and volunteers were awesome and so loving and caring.Wish he could have stayed here forever.They always try to help students work to their full potential.
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