Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Clewiston 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clewiston Middle School serves the eastern part of Clewiston, FL, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 648.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area being about 15.6 miles, and some areas extending up to 37.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clewiston Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clewiston 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 Clewiston Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2649 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
55%
38%
Black
26%
21%
White
17%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clewiston Middle School's ranking?
Clewiston Middle School is ranked #2649 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clewiston Middle School?
679 students attend Clewiston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Clewiston Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clewiston Middle School?
Clewiston Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clewiston Middle School offer ?
Clewiston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clewiston Middle School part of?
Clewiston Middle School is part of Hendry School District.
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