Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Walton 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton Middle School's student population of 775 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1724 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Middle School's ranking?
Walton Middle School is ranked #1724 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Walton Middle School often compared to?
Walton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Middle School, Emerald Coast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Walton Middle School?
775 students attend Walton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Walton Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Middle School?
Walton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walton Middle School offer ?
Walton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton Middle School part of?
Walton Middle School is part of Walton School District.
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