Serving 833 students in grades 6-8, Southern Oaks 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Oaks Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Port Saint Lucie, FL, encompassing approximately 687.8 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 14.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 24 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Oaks Middle School's student population of 833 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Oaks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Oaks Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2820 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Southern Oaks Middle School is ranked #2820 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southern Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Southern Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southport Middle School, Northport K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southern Oaks Middle School?
833 students attend Southern Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Southern Oaks Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Oaks Middle School?
Southern Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Oaks Middle School offer ?
Southern Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Oaks Middle School part of?
Southern Oaks Middle School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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