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#1423 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 38% in state

Deaf Middle School (fsdb)

Middle School · DEAF/BLIND

207 SAN MARCO AVE, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,423 of 3,778

In St. Augustine

#21 of 32

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

DEAF/BLIND

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Deaf Middle School (fsdb)

7.0/10

Middle School in St. Augustine · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Deaf Elementary School (fsdb)

7.1/10

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7.7/10

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About Deaf Middle School (fsdb)

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) is a public middle school in St. Augustine, FL, part of DEAF/BLIND. Deaf Middle School (fsdb) serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Deaf Middle School (fsdb) show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • FL avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 80 students, Deaf Middle School (fsdb) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Deaf Middle School (fsdb) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Deaf Middle School (fsdb) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-31.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.4 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-27.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio5.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism35%

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) — Students at Deaf Middle School (fsdb) score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 8.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.8% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2010
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2011
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2012
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2013
ELA
7.5%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
26.5%
ELA
7%
2024
Math
24%
ELA
11%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Deaf Middle School (fsdb) Compares

See how Deaf Middle School (fsdb) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in FL
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Location

207 SAN MARCO AVE, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deaf Middle School (fsdb) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE PIONEER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine 0.0 mi 7.1
DEAF HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine 0.0 mi 7.7
BLIND PK-8 SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine 0.0 mi 6.0
BLIND HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine 0.0 mi 8.3
ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS) St. Augustine 0.5 mi 2.5
KETTERLINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.2 mi 9.1
SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.2 mi 8.0
THE PIONEER SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.2 mi 7.1
VICTORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.2 mi 7.1
CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.4 mi 8.7
CATHEDRAL PARISH SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.7 mi 6.2
ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.7 mi 6.2
ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Augustine 1.9 mi
GAINES ALTERNATIVE AT HAMBLEN St. Augustine 2.0 mi 4.0
THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER St. Augustine 2.0 mi 4.4
MOULTRIE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Augustine 2.1 mi
FIRST COAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE St. Augustine 1.9 mi
ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine 1.9 mi 6.2
ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE St. Augustine 1.9 mi 7.1
LIFE WORK/PROJECT SEARCH St. Augustine 1.9 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,965

Median Home Value

$295,000

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Population

36,998

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deaf Middle School (fsdb)

What grades does Deaf Middle School (fsdb) serve?

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Deaf Middle School (fsdb)?

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deaf Middle School (fsdb)?

The student-teacher ratio at Deaf Middle School (fsdb) is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Deaf Middle School (fsdb) rank in FL?

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) ranks #1,423 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Deaf Middle School (fsdb)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Deaf Middle School (fsdb) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Deaf Middle School (fsdb)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deaf Middle School (fsdb) has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Deaf Middle School (fsdb) a charter school?

No, Deaf Middle School (fsdb) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Deaf Middle School (fsdb) a Title I school?

No, Deaf Middle School (fsdb) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deaf Middle School (fsdb)?

65.0% of students at Deaf Middle School (fsdb) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Johns County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

District

DEAF/BLIND
District Enrollment
510
Schools in District
5
District Rank
#4 of 5

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