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Callahan Middle School

Public Grades 6-8

99^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,216 Florida Middle Schools

Better than 92% of Florida middle schools

Summary

Callahan Middle School in Callahan, FL, is a public school serving 704 students in grades 6-8 and is part of the highly-rated Nassau County School District, which ranks among the top in the state. Over the past decade, the school has shown remarkable improvement, climbing from a 3-star rating to a 5-star rating, now ranking in the 92nd percentile statewide. This makes it a standout option for families in the area, especially when compared to nearby schools in the Duval County district, many of which struggle with lower academic performance.

One of the most impressive features of Callahan Middle School is its exceptional math proficiency. In 6th and 7th grades, math scores reach 96% and 98%, far exceeding the state average of around 60%. The school also excels in advanced coursework, with near-perfect scores on the Algebra 1 End-of-Course exam (97-99%) and strong Civics results (90%). These achievements are particularly striking when compared to nearby schools like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and Jean Ribault Middle School, which have much lower proficiency rates. Even within its own district, Callahan slightly outperforms Yulee Middle School in most subjects, despite serving a student body with a higher percentage of students on free or reduced lunch.

While Callahan Middle School is a top performer, it does have areas for growth. Its 8th-grade science proficiency, at 69%, is above the state average but below its own district average, suggesting a potential focus area. Additionally, chronic absenteeism at 40.9% is higher than the state average, though it is significantly lower than many Duval County schools, such as Highlands Middle School (59.5%) and The Bridge To Success Academy Middle School (81.6%). Overall, Callahan Middle School achieves strong academic outcomes with efficient resource use, spending less per student than many lower-performing schools in the region, making it a smart choice for families seeking a high-quality middle school education.

704

Students ?

16.7

Student/teacher ratio ?

$10,714

Per pupil spending ?

40.1%

Free/discounted lunch ?

450121 Old Dixie Hwy
Callahan, FL 32011

(904) 879-3606

District: Nassau

Students who attend Callahan Middle School usually attend:

High:

West Nassau County High School

Feeder schools for Callahan Middle School:

Elementary:	Bryceville Elementary School
	Callahan Elementary School
	Callahan Intermediate School

Racial breakdown:

White:

87.1%

Two or more races:

4.8%

Hispanic:

4.7%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 63rd percentile in 2016 → 92nd in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (86% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 8% of Florida middle schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 29 percentile points since 2016

Worth a look

!High chronic absenteeism (41% vs 31% Florida)

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school86%

District avg82%

Florida avg62%

99^th of 1,216

Florida public middle schools ?

Top 8%▲ up 29 pts since 2016

From top 37% (2016) to top 8% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 3Middle Schools in the Nassau

3^rd of 70Nassau among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	87.7	99 of 1216	91.9%	★★★★★
2025	87.3	116 of 1205	90.4%	★★★★★
2024	84.2	150 of 1196	87.5%	★★★★☆
2023	81.0	184 of 1177	84.4%	★★★★☆
2022	83.0	164 of 1148	85.7%	★★★★☆
2021	83.0	149 of 1136	86.9%	★★★★☆
2019	72.5	280 of 1099	74.5%	★★★★☆
2018	70.2	286 of 1035	72.4%	★★★★☆
2017	68.0	306 of 1031	70.3%	★★★★☆
2016	60.1	367 of 997	63.2%	★★★☆☆
2014	66.8	317 of 999	68.3%	★★★☆☆
2013	67.2	300 of 956	68.6%	★★★☆☆
2012	62.8	332 of 897	63.0%	★★★☆☆
2011	70.9	257 of 891	71.2%	★★★★☆
2010	72.5	226 of 839	73.1%	★★★★☆
2009	67.9	266 of 780	65.9%	★★★☆☆
2008	68.5	231 of 740	68.8%	★★★☆☆
2007	69.4	226 of 736	69.3%	★★★☆☆
2006	62.8	247 of 675	63.4%	★★★☆☆
2005	66.0	200 of 602	66.8%	★★★☆☆
2004	72.3	150 of 593	74.7%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Algebra 197%+34 vs state

Math95%+36 vs state

Civics90%+13 vs state

English Language Arts81%+19 vs state

Science69%+17 vs state

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by a parent
Thursday, March 11, 2021

As a parent and former student I have great concern for my child's welfare at this school. My child suffers bullying everyday and nothing is done about it. When my child stands up for herself she gets in trouble by the administrator. It is a very messed up system with no accountability for racism and bullying. I would not recommend this school to anyone. So disappointed because I had a positive experience here. Close Quote

Schools Near Callahan Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)					FAST Math (2026)					Statewide Science Science (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Callahan Middle School	Public	6-8	450121 Old Dixie Hwy	Callahan	32011	Nassau County	Nassau	No	No	No	No	(904) 879-3606	704	42	16.7	40.1%	613 (87.1%)	18 (2.6%)	33 (4.7%)	4 (0.6%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	34 (4.8%)	87.7	99^th of 1216 public middle schools	91.9%		87.3	116^th of 1205 public middle schools	90.4%	17			88.0	79.0	75.0			96.0	98.0	79.0		69.0	97.0			90.0	$10,714	$220	$10,494
Somerset Academy-Middle Eagle Campus	Public, Charter	6-8	2100 Dunn Ave	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	Yes	No	No	Yes	(904) 503-0661	177	9	19.6	78.5%	9 (5.1%)	150 (84.7%)	11 (6.2%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (3.4%)	36.6	826^th of 1216 public middle schools	32.1%		34.2	832^nd of 1205 public middle schools	31.0%	6			48.0	58.0	50.0			55.0	50.0	56.0		37.0	53.0			86.0	$9,866	$1,461	$8,405
Highlands Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	10913 Pine Estates Rd E	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	Yes	(904) 696-8771	685	31	22.0	61.3%	63 (9.2%)	517 (75.5%)	67 (9.8%)	5 (0.7%)	2 (0.3%)	3 (0.4%)	28 (4.1%)	10	1119^th of 1216 public middle schools	8.0%		14.7	1069^th of 1205 public middle schools	11.3%	50			40.0	23.0	32.0			24.0	20.0	34.0		25.0	79.0			53.0	$8,934	$1,166	$7,769
Oceanway School	Public	6-8	143 Oceanway Ave	Jacksonville	32218	Duval County	Duval	No	No	No	Yes	(904) 714-4680	828	43	19.2	47.3%	282 (34.1%)	376 (45.4%)	80 (9.7%)	26 (3.1%)	6 (0.7%)	4 (0.5%)	54 (6.5%)	25.8	971^st of 1216 public middle schools	20.1%		28.9	903^rd of 1205 public middle schools	25.1%	68			55.0	44.0	56.0			28.0	22.0	49.0		24.0	78.0	91.0	94.0	58.0	$9,607	$1,107	$8,501
Jean Ribault Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	3610 Ribault Scenic Dr	Jacksonville	32208	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	Yes	(904) 924-3062	530	33	16.0	70.8%	27 (5.1%)	457 (86.2%)	34 (6.4%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (1.9%)	17.9	1057^th of 1216 public middle schools	13.1%		16.8	1049^th of 1205 public middle schools	12.9%	8			38.0	40.0	39.0			46.0	28.0	44.0		27.0	86.0			56.0	$12,483	$1,706	$10,778
Yulee Middle School	Public	6-8	85439 Miner Rd	Yulee	32097	Nassau County	Nassau	No	No	No	No	(904) 225-5116	1,174	67	17.5	32.2%	830 (70.7%)	96 (8.2%)	137 (11.7%)	22 (1.9%)	2 (0.2%)	4 (0.3%)	83 (7.1%)	85.9	119^th of 1216 public middle schools	90.2%		83.7	161^st of 1205 public middle schools	86.6%	42			81.0	78.0	78.0			89.0	87.0	68.0		78.0	98.0			88.0	$10,881	$377	$10,505
The Bridge To Success Academy Middle School	Public	4-8	5443 Moncrief Rd	Jacksonville	32209	Duval County	Duval	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(904) 924-3035	388	20	19.4	79.9%	25 (6.4%)	327 (84.3%)	28 (7.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (1.8%)	14.3	1096^th of 1216 public middle schools	9.9%		9.6	1113^th of 1205 public middle schools	7.6%	17	26.0	20.0	40.0	38.0	32.0	11.0	16.0	32.0	34.0	36.0	13.0	25.0				50.0	$12,344	$2,449	$9,895
James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	3276 Norman E Thagard Blvd	Jacksonville	32254	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	No	(904) 693-7600	980	43	22.7	23.6%	290 (29.6%)	400 (40.8%)	93 (9.5%)	132 (13.5%)	4 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	60 (6.1%)	91.4	54^th of 1216 public middle schools	95.6%		88.8	91^st of 1205 public middle schools	92.4%	37			86.0	90.0	89.0			88.0		89.0		89.0	89.0	98.0	91.0	97.0	$8,163	$581	$7,582
Joseph Stilwell Middle School	Public, Magnet	6-8	7840 Burma Rd	Jacksonville	32221	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	Yes	(904) 693-7523	489	31	15.7	57.9%	130 (26.6%)	210 (42.9%)	113 (23.1%)	9 (1.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (5.3%)	21.4	1023^rd of 1216 public middle schools	15.9%		22.7	966^th of 1205 public middle schools	19.8%	57			38.0	39.0	42.0			45.0	15.0	59.0		20.0	94.0		86.0	63.0	$13,669	$1,967	$11,702
Young Mens/Womens Leadership Academy At Eugene J Butler	Public, Magnet	6-8	900 Acorn St	Jacksonville	32209	Duval County	Duval	No	Yes	No	Yes	(904) 630-6900	281	15	18.7	71.2%	17 (6.0%)	236 (84.0%)	19 (6.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (3.2%)	15.3	1086^th of 1216 public middle schools	10.7%		13.6	1077^th of 1205 public middle schools	10.6%	9			28.0	30.0	39.0			36.0	23.0	36.0		39.0	94.0			59.0	$13,962	$1,472	$12,491

Frequently Asked Questions about Callahan Middle School

What is the racial makeup of Callahan Middle School?

Students at Callahan Middle School are 87% White, 5% Two or more races, 5% Hispanic, 3% African American.

What high school do graduates of Callahan Middle School attend?

Students who attend Callahan Middle School usually go on to attend West Nassau County High School

What district is Callahan Middle School in?

Nassau

How many students attend Callahan Middle School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 704 students attended Callahan Middle School.

Is Callahan Middle School a good school?

Yes. Callahan Middle School ranks in the top 8.1% of Florida middle schools.

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