Serving 258 students in grades 6-8, Vernon Middle 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Vernon Middle School's student population of 258 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Vernon Middle 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 Vernon Middle School is 0.39, 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
#2447 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Vernon Middle School is ranked #2447 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roulhac Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Vernon Middle School?
258 students attend Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Vernon Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon Middle School?
Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Middle School offer ?
Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon Middle School part of?
Vernon Middle School is part of Washington School District.
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