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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Williston High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Williston, FL, covering an area of approximately 79.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles from the furthest point in the attendance zone.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White
School Mascot
Red Devil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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 88%.
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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