Serving 1,566 students in grades 6-8, New River Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (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 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New River Middle School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 20.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the nearest edge and up to 4.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New River Middle School's student population of 1,566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
New River 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 New River Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2571 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New River Middle School's ranking?
New River Middle School is ranked #2571 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New River Middle School often compared to?
New River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% 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 New River Middle School?
1,566 students attend New River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of New River Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New River Middle School?
New River Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New River Middle School offer ?
New River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New River Middle School part of?
New River Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is New River Middle School located?
New River Middle School is located in the Lauderdale Isles neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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