Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, Deerlake Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerlake Middle School serves the northern part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 86 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerlake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deerlake Middle School's student population of 876 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerlake Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerlake Middle School is 0.55, 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
#247 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerlake Middle School's ranking?
Deerlake Middle School is ranked #247 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Deerlake Middle School often compared to?
Deerlake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William J Montford Iii Middle School, Florida State University School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Deerlake Middle School?
876 students attend Deerlake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Deerlake Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerlake Middle School?
Deerlake Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerlake Middle School offer ?
Deerlake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerlake Middle School part of?
Deerlake Middle School is part of Leon School District.
In what neighborhood is Deerlake Middle School located?
Deerlake Middle School is located in the Killearn Lakes neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Killearn Lakes.
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