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#2760 of 3,778 schools in FL
Max Bruner Junior Middle School
Middle School · OKALOOSA
322 HOLMES BLVD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,760 of 3,778
In Fort Walton Beach
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#35 of 46
OKALOOSA
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About Max Bruner Junior Middle School
Max Bruner Junior Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Walton Beach, FL, part of OKALOOSA. Max Bruner Junior Middle School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Max Bruner Junior Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,760 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Max Bruner Junior Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Max Bruner Junior Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Max Bruner Junior Middle School — Students at Max Bruner Junior Middle School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How Max Bruner Junior Middle School Compares
See how Max Bruner Junior 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
322 HOLMES BLVD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Max Bruner Junior Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Walton Beach, see our Fort Walton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN Fort Walton Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mary Esther | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ADVANCED SACRED HOPE ACADEMY Mary Esther | 1.8 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Fort Walton Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| OKALOOSA ACADEMY Fort Walton Beach | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE Fort Walton Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,857
Median Home Value
$291,000
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
23,209
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Max Bruner Junior Middle School
What grades does Max Bruner Junior Middle School serve?
Max Bruner Junior Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Max Bruner Junior Middle School?
Max Bruner Junior Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Max Bruner Junior Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Max Bruner Junior Middle School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Max Bruner Junior Middle School rank in FL?
Max Bruner Junior Middle School ranks #2,760 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Max Bruner Junior Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Max Bruner Junior Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Max Bruner Junior Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Max Bruner Junior Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Max Bruner Junior Middle School a charter school?
No, Max Bruner Junior Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Max Bruner Junior Middle School a Title I school?
No, Max Bruner Junior Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Max Bruner Junior Middle School?
60.6% of students at Max Bruner Junior 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
- 739
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (850) 833-3266
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #35 of 46
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