YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL

YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the OKEECHOBEE school district, located in OKEECHOBEE, FL with about 716 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Okeechobee, Florida, serves as a foundational educational institution for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Okeechobee County School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. The campus aims to prepare students for the transition into high school by emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, while also providing opportunities for students to explore their interests through various elective programs.

Beyond the classroom, YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL places a strong emphasis on community and student engagement. The school’s digital platform highlights a commitment to keeping parents and guardians informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and district policies. By promoting a culture of responsibility and excellence, the school strives to support the diverse needs of its student body, ensuring that each student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed during their critical middle school years.

For more information, contact YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL at (863) 462-5056 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

925 NW 23RD LN
OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972-4320
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YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in OKEECHOBEE, FL with about 716 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
OKEECHOBEE
Total Students:
716
Teachers:
44
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 716 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.7%
White
39.0%
Black or African American
6.8%
Two or more races
3.4%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.