Serving 1,182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bonifay K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonifay K-8 School's student population of 1,182 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Bonifay K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonifay K-8 School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1861 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
83%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonifay K-8 School's ranking?
Bonifay K-8 School is ranked #1861 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bonifay K-8 School often compared to?
Bonifay K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surfside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bonifay K-8 School?
1,182 students attend Bonifay K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bonifay K-8 School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonifay K-8 School?
Bonifay K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonifay K-8 School offer ?
Bonifay K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonifay K-8 School part of?
Bonifay K-8 School is part of Holmes School District.
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Last Day of School/Early Release
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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