Serving 1,045 students in grades 6-8, Dr. David L. Anderson 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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 1,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School's student population of 1,045 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. David L. Anderson 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
#2148 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
37%
36%
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
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School's ranking?
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School is ranked #2148 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School often compared to?
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Oaks Middle School, Murray Middle School, Stuart 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 Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School?
1,045 students attend Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School?
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School offer ?
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School part of?
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School is part of Martin School District.
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