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Walton Middle School

605 Bruce Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435, United States

+1 (850) 892-1281

http://wms.walton.k12.fl.us/

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Walton Middle School Overview

About This School

Walton Middle School is a public middle in Defuniak Springs, Florida, serving 796 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels across core subjects, including 64% in English Language Arts, 53% in Mathematics, and 57% in Science. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 53 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $66,623. Support services include one counselor for every 796 students. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 63% White, 20% Hispanic, 8% Black, 8% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

796

Total Students

Grade 6-8

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

53 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Walton County

Students per Counselor

796:1

Walton Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.4:1

State Avg: 18.6:1

796

Students per Counselor

Walton Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$66,623

City Avg: $66,623

State Avg: $53,941

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor796:1

Walton Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.49%

Male

51.51%

Female

Total Enrollment: 796 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White63.19%

Hispanic20.35%

Asian0.63%

Black7.79%

Two or More Races7.54%

Native American0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Walton Middle School

Q: What is Walton Middle School?

A: Walton Middle School is a middle public located in Defuniak Springs.

Q: How many students attend Walton Middle School?

A: Walton Middle School has approximately 796 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Walton Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Walton Middle School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Walton Middle School

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About Walton Middle School - Defuniak Springs, FL

Quick Facts about Walton Middle School
School Name	Walton Middle School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	605 Bruce Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435, Defuniak Springs, FL
County	Walton County
Phone	+1 (850) 892-1281
Total Students	796
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	53
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Walton Middle School

What is Walton Middle School?

Walton Middle School is a middle public located in Defuniak Springs.

How many students attend Walton Middle School?

Walton Middle School has approximately 796 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walton Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Walton Middle School is 15:1.

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