Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, Taylor County 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 46% (which is lower 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 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Perry, FL, encompassing approximately 1,232.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 21.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 33.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor County Middle School's student population of 503 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taylor County 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 Taylor County Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2282 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor County Middle School's ranking?
Taylor County Middle School is ranked #2282 out of 3,662 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?
46% 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 Taylor County Middle School?
503 students attend Taylor County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Taylor County Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor County Middle School?
Taylor County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taylor County Middle School offer ?
Taylor County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor County Middle School part of?
Taylor County Middle School is part of Taylor School District.
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