Serving 1,967 students in grades 6-8, Indian Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Ridge Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1092 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
48%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Indian Ridge Middle School is ranked #1092 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Indian Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Indian Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Indian Ridge Middle School?
1,967 students attend Indian Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Indian Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Ridge Middle School?
Indian Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Indian Ridge Middle School offer ?
Indian Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Indian Ridge Middle School part of?
Indian Ridge Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
April 10, 2024 (Wednesday)
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 6/9/2008
Hello I am going to 9th grade now and I am also going back to this school. I was in Indian Ridge for not even a month for 6th grade and I am vary happy to be going back! I love how the education is and organization of the school. That is why I was begging my dad to move back! XD
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