Serving 669 students in grades 6-12, Hill-gustat 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill-gustat Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hill-gustat Middle School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hill-gustat 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 Hill-gustat Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2125 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
35%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill-gustat Middle School's ranking?
Hill-gustat Middle School is ranked #2125 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hill-gustat Middle School often compared to?
Hill-gustat Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebring Middle School, Avon Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hill-gustat Middle School?
669 students attend Hill-gustat Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hill-gustat Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill-gustat Middle School?
Hill-gustat Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hill-gustat Middle School offer ?
Hill-gustat Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hill-gustat Middle School part of?
Hill-gustat Middle School is part of Highlands School District.
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