Very Good
#1164 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 31% in state
C. W. Ruckel Middle School
Middle School · OKALOOSA
201 PARTIN DR N, Niceville, FL 32578
Enrollment
1,054
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,054
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,164 of 3,778
In Niceville
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 46
OKALOOSA
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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C. W. Ruckel Middle School
Middle School in Niceville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C. W. Ruckel Middle School
C. W. Ruckel Middle School is a public middle school in Niceville, FL, part of OKALOOSA.
C. W. Ruckel Middle School serves approximately 1,054 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
C. W. Ruckel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,164 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for C. W. Ruckel Middle School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
C. W. Ruckel Middle School runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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C. W. Ruckel Middle School — Students at C. W. Ruckel Middle School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How C. W. Ruckel Middle School Compares
See how C. W. Ruckel Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 PARTIN DR N, Niceville, FL 32578
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C. W. Ruckel Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OKALOOSA STEMM CENTER (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Valparaiso), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Destin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Shalimar), a more accessible option. For more schools in Niceville, see our Niceville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,858
Median Home Value
$414,900
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
33,948
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C. W. Ruckel Middle School
What grades does C. W. Ruckel Middle School serve?
C. W. Ruckel Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend C. W. Ruckel Middle School?
C. W. Ruckel Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,054 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C. W. Ruckel Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at C. W. Ruckel Middle School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C. W. Ruckel Middle School rank in FL?
C. W. Ruckel Middle School ranks #1,164 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is C. W. Ruckel Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
C. W. Ruckel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at C. W. Ruckel Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C. W. Ruckel Middle School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is C. W. Ruckel Middle School a charter school?
No, C. W. Ruckel Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C. W. Ruckel Middle School a Title I school?
No, C. W. Ruckel Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. W. Ruckel Middle School?
20.5% of students at C. W. Ruckel Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,054
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.2%
- Phone
- (850) 833-4142
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #8 of 46
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