Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Southport Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southport Middle School's student population of 866 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Ivan The Ibis
School Rankings
Southport Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southport Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2266 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ivan The Ibis
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southport Middle School's ranking?
Southport Middle School is ranked #2266 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southport Middle School often compared to?
Southport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southport Middle School?
866 students attend Southport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Southport Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southport Middle School?
Southport Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southport Middle School offer ?
Southport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southport Middle School part of?
Southport Middle School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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