DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB)

DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DEAF/BLIND school district, located in ST AUGUSTINE, FL with about 69 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 13 teachers, DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

The Deaf Middle School at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB), located in historic St. Augustine, serves as a specialized educational environment dedicated to meeting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. As part of a state-funded residential school system, the campus provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates rigorous classroom instruction with the use of American Sign Language (ASL) and English, ensuring full communication accessibility. By fostering a bilingual-bicultural philosophy, the school empowers students to develop strong self-advocacy skills while engaging in a supportive community where their language and identity are prioritized.

Beyond traditional academics, the Middle School program at FSDB emphasizes holistic development, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and social opportunities that might not be as readily accessible in a mainstream setting. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of educators, audiologists, and specialists who work collaboratively to minimize communication barriers. By bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, the school prepares its students for a smooth transition into high school and adulthood, ensuring they are equipped with both the academic foundation and the social confidence necessary to navigate the world.

For more information, contact DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) at (904) 827-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.