Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Avon Park 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avon Park Middle School serves the northern part of Avon Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 172.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avon Park Middle School's student population of 600 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Avon Park 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 Avon Park Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2976 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)48.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Red Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avon Park Middle School's ranking?
Avon Park Middle School is ranked #2976 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Avon Park Middle School often compared to?
Avon Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill-gustat Middle School, Sebring 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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Avon Park Middle School?
600 students attend Avon Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Avon Park Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon Park Middle School?
Avon Park Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avon Park Middle School offer ?
Avon Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Park Middle School part of?
Avon Park Middle School is part of Highlands School District.
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