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#1540 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 41% in state
Woodlawn Beach Middle School
Middle School · SANTA ROSA
1500 WOODLAWN WAY, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
Enrollment
945
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
945
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,540 of 3,778
In Gulf Breeze
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#20 of 36
SANTA ROSA
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodlawn Beach Middle School
Woodlawn Beach Middle School is a public middle school in Gulf Breeze, FL, part of SANTA ROSA. Woodlawn Beach Middle School serves approximately 945 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,540 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Beach Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Woodlawn Beach Middle School runs 22:1 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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Woodlawn Beach Middle School — Students at Woodlawn Beach Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
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: 7.0/10.
How Woodlawn Beach Middle School Compares
See how Woodlawn Beach 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
1500 WOODLAWN WAY, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlawn Beach Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLLEY-NAVARRE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Navarre), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GULF BREEZE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gulf Breeze, see our Gulf Breeze schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,139
Median Home Value
$362,500
Median Rent
$1,692/mo
Population
29,672
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
43.3
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| SOMERSET ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlawn Beach Middle School
What grades does Woodlawn Beach Middle School serve?
Woodlawn Beach Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Woodlawn Beach Middle School?
Woodlawn Beach Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 945 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Beach Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Beach Middle School is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodlawn Beach Middle School rank in FL?
Woodlawn Beach Middle School ranks #1,540 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Woodlawn Beach Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlawn Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Woodlawn Beach Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Beach Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Woodlawn Beach Middle School a charter school?
No, Woodlawn Beach Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodlawn Beach Middle School a Title I school?
No, Woodlawn Beach Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlawn Beach Middle School?
35.0% of students at Woodlawn Beach 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
- 945
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Rosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (850) 934-4010
Resources & Links
District
SANTA ROSA- District Enrollment
- 29,824
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,066
- District Rank
- #20 of 36
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