Very Good
#1023 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 27% in state
Holley-navarre Middle School
Middle School · SANTA ROSA
1976 WILLIAMS CREEK DR, Navarre, FL 32566
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Navarre
#5 of 6
public schools
Florida middle schools
#53 of 573
In district
#12 of 36
SANTA ROSA
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Holley-navarre Middle School
Holley-Navarre Middle School serves 803 students in grades 6-8 in the growing community of Navarre, Florida. With 44 full-time teachers, the school maintains an 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio, providing reasonable class sizes for middle school learners. Academically, Holley-Navarre Middle School demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #859 out of 3,816 schools statewide, placing it in the 78th percentile among Florida schools.
The school shows particular strength in mathematics, where 70% of students score proficient or above across grade levels, while 66% achieve proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. This Santa Rosa County school draws from an established suburban community where families have found stability and opportunity. The surrounding 32566 zip code area reflects a well-educated population, with 32% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a median household income of $98,065.
The low poverty rate of 8.3% indicates a community with strong economic foundations. Located on Williams Creek Drive in Navarre's mid-size suburban setting, Holley-Navarre Middle School sits in a family-oriented neighborhood where median home values of $327,700 reflect the area's desirability as a place to raise children and invest in education.
Score Breakdown
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Holley-navarre Middle School — Students at Holley-navarre Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.7/10.
How Holley-navarre Middle School Compares
See how Holley-navarre Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 72% (2019) to 71% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 63% (2021).
Location
1976 WILLIAMS CREEK DR, Navarre, FL 32566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holley-navarre Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ORIOLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Gulf Breeze), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST NAVARRE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLLEY-NAVARRE INTERMEDIATE (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Navarre, see our Navarre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,501
Median Home Value
$361,000
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
43,166
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Holley-navarre Middle School has a median household income of $99,501. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $361,000, with a median rent of $1,782/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holley-navarre Middle School
What grades does Holley-navarre Middle School serve?
Holley-navarre Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Holley-navarre Middle School?
Holley-navarre Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holley-navarre Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holley-navarre Middle School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holley-navarre Middle School rank in FL?
Holley-navarre Middle School is ranked #1023 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Holley-navarre Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holley-navarre Middle School has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Holley-navarre Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Holley-navarre Middle School has 70.4% math proficiency and 65.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Holley-navarre Middle School a charter school?
No, Holley-navarre Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holley-navarre Middle School a Title I school?
No, Holley-navarre Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holley-navarre Middle School?
41.7% of students at Holley-navarre 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 803
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Rosa County
- Phone
- (850) 936-6040
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SANTA ROSA- District Enrollment
- 29,824
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,066
- District Rank
- #12 of 36
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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