For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,054 students in 32578, FL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 32578, FL is C. W. Ruckel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 32578 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32578, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32578, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C. W. Ruckel Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Partin Dr N
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4142
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4142
Gr: 6-8 | 1,054 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
32578, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Owcc Collegiate Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
100 College Boulevard
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 729-4949
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 729-4949
Gr: 1-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 60:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32578, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32578, FL include C. W. Ruckel Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32578?
1 public middle schools are located in 32578.
What is the racial composition of students in 32578?
32578 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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