Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, W. C. Pryor Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W. C. Pryor Middle School serves the southern part of Fort Walton Beach, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
W. C. Pryor Middle School's student population of 721 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride, Respect, Excellence
School Rankings
W. C. Pryor 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 W. C. Pryor Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1596 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)31.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 W. C. Pryor Middle School's ranking?
W. C. Pryor Middle School is ranked #1596 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are W. C. Pryor Middle School often compared to?
W. C. Pryor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford Meigs Middle School, Max Bruner Junior Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend W. C. Pryor Middle School?
721 students attend W. C. Pryor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of W. C. Pryor Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. C. Pryor Middle School?
W. C. Pryor Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does W. C. Pryor Middle School offer ?
W. C. Pryor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. C. Pryor Middle School part of?
W. C. Pryor Middle School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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