Serving 829 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 40% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern Oaks Middle School's student population of 829 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Oaks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Oaks Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2669 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
25%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2669 out of 3,704 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?
40% 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?
829 students attend Southern Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Southern Oaks Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 6% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southern Oaks Middle School offer ?
Southern Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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