Summary:
Vernon Middle School is a public middle school in Vernon, Florida, serving 256 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Washington District, which is ranked 52 out of 68 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Vernon Middle School faces several key challenges. It has a significantly higher percentage of white students (76.95%) compared to the state average (54.6%) and a nearby school, Roulhac Middle School (72.95%). The school also experiences high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 31.2% to 42.3%, which is much higher than the state average of 15-20%. Additionally, Vernon Middle School's test scores in English Language Arts (33-47%) and Math (32-47%) are below the state averages (50-54% and 47-56%, respectively). The school has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 62.13% to 75%, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students compared to the state average.
Despite an increase in per-student spending, from $8,826 in 2019-2020 to $10,658 in 2022-2023, which is higher than the state average, Vernon Middle School's statewide ranking has steadily declined over the years, from 612 out of 1,035 Florida middle schools in 2017-2018 to 861 out of 1,196 in 2023-2024, with a consistent 1-2 star rating from SchoolDigger. In comparison, the nearby Roulhac Middle School has generally outperformed Vernon Middle School in terms of test scores, chronic absenteeism, and statewide ranking, despite serving a similar demographic of students. Addressing the challenges at Vernon Middle School will require a comprehensive approach that goes beyond just increased funding, focusing on targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes.
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Detail:
Public 6-8
District:
Washington
SchoolDigger Rank:
861st of 1,196 Florida Middle Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,658
Students who attend Vernon Middle School usually attend:
Feeder schools for Vernon Middle School:
Student/teacher ratio: 18.2
Number of students: 256
Racial breakdown:
White:
77.0%
African American:
11.7%
Two or more races:
8.6%
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Hispanic:
2.0%
American Indian:
0.4%
Pacific Islander:
0.4%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 75%
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