Summary:
In zip code 34994, there is one middle school, Stuart Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 in Stuart, Florida, with a total enrollment of 777 students.
Stuart Middle School presents a mixed academic profile. It is a standout in advanced coursework, achieving 100% proficiency in Biology 1 and 96% proficiency in Geometry on End-of-Course (EOC) exams, dramatically outperforming both district and state averages. However, its performance on core FAST assessments is inconsistent. While 7th-grade math proficiency is strong at 76% (compared to 53% statewide), 8th-grade math proficiency is a significant concern at only 35% (compared to 61% statewide). This creates a notable performance gap within the school. The school's state ranking has also declined, dropping from the 58th percentile (3 stars) in 2024-2025 to the 50th percentile (2 stars) in 2025-2026, a warning sign that overall performance is slipping relative to other schools.
Key metrics for Stuart Middle School include a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1, a free/reduced lunch rate of 47.23% (indicating moderate economic disadvantage), and per-student spending of $11,434. A relative strength is its chronic absenteeism rate of 24.8%, which is lower than both the Martin district average of 27.3% and the state average of 31.4%. The most interesting takeaway is the "advanced vs. core" paradox: the school excels at preparing a select group of students for advanced exams, while the general student population, particularly in 8th-grade math, underperforms. The sharp decline in 8th-grade math proficiency from 7th grade suggests the transition to higher-level math is a major challenge that needs attention.
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