Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Shoal River Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shoal River Middle School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Shoal River Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoal River Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1142 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Okaloosa School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoal River Middle School's ranking?
Shoal River Middle School is ranked #1142 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shoal River Middle School often compared to?
Shoal River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davidson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shoal River Middle School?
923 students attend Shoal River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shoal River Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoal River Middle School?
Shoal River Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shoal River Middle School offer ?
Shoal River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shoal River Middle School part of?
Shoal River Middle School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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