Serving 434 students in grades 5-7, Ruth Rains Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Rains Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruth Rains Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruth Rains Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruth Rains Middle School is 0.32, 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
#2064 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
82%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Rains Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Rains Middle School is ranked #2064 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ruth Rains Middle School?
434 students attend Ruth Rains Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ruth Rains Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruth Rains Middle School?
Ruth Rains Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruth Rains Middle School offer ?
Ruth Rains Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruth Rains Middle School part of?
Ruth Rains Middle School is part of Dixie School District.
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