Williston Middle High School is a public high school in Williston, Florida. It is a part of the School Board of Levy County, and serves students grades 6–12. Its school population currently is 1100 for the 2019–2020 school year. This school is currently the most populous high school in Levy County, Florida.
Serving 1,121 students in grades 6-12, Williston Middle High 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston Middle High School's student population of 1,121 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Red, White
School Calendar
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Williston Middle High 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 Williston Middle High School is 0.61, 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
#2735 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williston Middle High School's ranking?
Williston Middle High School is ranked #2735 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Williston Middle High School often compared to?
Williston Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronson Middle/high School, Chiefland Middle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williston Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Williston Middle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williston Middle High School?
1,121 students attend Williston Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Williston Middle High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williston Middle High School?
Williston Middle High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Williston Middle High School offer ?
Williston Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williston Middle High School part of?
Williston Middle High School is part of Levy School District.
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