Serving 823 students in grades 6-8, Thomas L Sims Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas L Sims Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas L Sims Middle School's student population of 823 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas L Sims Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas L Sims Middle School is 0.41, 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
#648 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas L Sims Middle School's ranking?
Thomas L Sims Middle School is ranked #648 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thomas L Sims Middle School often compared to?
Thomas L Sims Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thomas L Sims Middle School?
823 students attend Thomas L Sims Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Thomas L Sims Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas L Sims Middle School?
Thomas L Sims Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas L Sims Middle School offer ?
Thomas L Sims Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas L Sims Middle School part of?
Thomas L Sims Middle School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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