Serving 1,132 students in grades 6-8, Deerfield Beach 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 36% (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 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerfield Beach Middle School serves the eastern part of Deerfield Beach, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerfield Beach Middle School's student population of 1,132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Deerfield Beach 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 Deerfield Beach Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2969 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
52%
21%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Beach Middle School's ranking?
Deerfield Beach Middle School is ranked #2969 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Deerfield Beach Middle School often compared to?
Deerfield Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pompano Beach Middle School, Lyons Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Deerfield Beach Middle School?
1,132 students attend Deerfield Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Deerfield Beach Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield Beach Middle School?
Deerfield Beach Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerfield Beach Middle School offer ?
Deerfield Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield Beach Middle School part of?
Deerfield Beach Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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