Boca Raton Community Middle School

1251 Nw 8th St
Boca Raton, FL 33486
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Boca Raton Community Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : Boca Raton Community Middle School serves the southeastern part of Boca Raton, covering an area of approximately 26.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with most students living around 2.8 miles from the school, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 6.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Boca Raton Community Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.

School Rankings

Boca Raton Community Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boca Raton Community Middle School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#906 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data

65%
52%

Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data

62%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
35%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Black
20%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
39%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
3%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
61%
0.69

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
26.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boca Raton Community Middle School's ranking?
Boca Raton Community Middle School is ranked #906 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Boca Raton Community Middle School often compared to?
Boca Raton Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Omni Middle School, Don Estridge High Tech Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Boca Raton Community Middle School?
1,058 students attend Boca Raton Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Boca Raton Community Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boca Raton Community Middle School?
Boca Raton Community Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boca Raton Community Middle School offer ?
Boca Raton Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boca Raton Community Middle School part of?
Boca Raton Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : Boca Raton Community Middle School serves the southeastern part of Boca Raton, covering an area of approximately 26.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with most students living around 2.8 miles from the school, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 6.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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