Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Sebring Middle 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sebring Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sebring Middle School's student population of 840 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sebring 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 Sebring Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1986 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
49%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sebring Middle School's ranking?
Sebring Middle School is ranked #1986 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sebring Middle School often compared to?
Sebring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill-gustat Middle School, Avon Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sebring Middle School?
840 students attend Sebring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sebring Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sebring Middle School?
Sebring Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sebring Middle School offer ?
Sebring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sebring Middle School part of?
Sebring Middle School is part of Highlands School District.
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