Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts serves the southern part of its school district in Bonita Springs, FL, covering an area of approximately 261.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts's student population of 706 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts is 0.41, 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
#1613 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
73%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. View full 22-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 Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts's ranking?
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts is ranked #1613 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts often compared to?
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts?
706 students attend Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts?
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts offer ?
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts part of?
Bonita Springs Middle Center For The Arts is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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