Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Sebastian River Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sebastian River Middle School serves the northern part of Sebastian, FL, covering an area of approximately 88.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sebastian River Middle School's student population of 775 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Together We Soar
School Rankings
Sebastian River Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sebastian River Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1749 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sebastian River Middle School's ranking?
Sebastian River Middle School is ranked #1749 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sebastian River Middle School often compared to?
Sebastian River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Storm Grove Middle School, Sebastian Charter Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sebastian River Middle School?
775 students attend Sebastian River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sebastian River Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sebastian River Middle School?
Sebastian River Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sebastian River Middle School offer ?
Sebastian River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sebastian River Middle School part of?
Sebastian River Middle School is part of Indian River School District.
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