Summary:
In zip code 32563, located in Gulf Breeze, Florida, there is one middle school, Woodlawn Beach Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 with a total enrollment of 882 students as part of the Santa Rosa school district.
Woodlawn Beach Middle School is a standout performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating for the past three school years and ranking in the 70th percentile statewide. The school excels particularly in advanced mathematics, achieving a remarkable 100% proficiency in Geometry and 97% in Algebra 1 for the 2025-2026 school year—far exceeding both district and state averages. Its chronic absenteeism rate of 16.1% is notably lower than the district's 20.0% and the state's 31.4%, indicating strong student engagement. The school also demonstrates efficiency, spending $7,841 per student while maintaining a 20:1 student-teacher ratio and strong academic outcomes.
While math and science scores are impressive, English Language Arts (ELA) is a relative weakness, with 8th-grade ELA proficiency at 64% falling below the district average of 65%. The school shows positive year-over-year trends in several subjects, including 8th-grade science improving from 57% to 61% and civics rising from 76% to 80%. With 34.58% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school serves a socioeconomically diverse population while successfully closing achievement gaps, particularly in advanced courses. Overall, Woodlawn Beach Middle School offers a high-quality education with a strong focus on math and science, though parents may want to monitor ELA performance for their children.
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