Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Denison 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denison Middle School serves the northern part of Winter Haven, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 42.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest zone edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denison Middle School's student population of 684 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denison 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 Denison Middle School is 0.67, 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
#3251 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
39%
21%
White
19%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Royal Blue & Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison Middle School's ranking?
Denison Middle School is ranked #3251 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Denison Middle School often compared to?
Denison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Denison Middle School?
684 students attend Denison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Denison Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denison Middle School?
Denison Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Denison Middle School offer ?
Denison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denison Middle School part of?
Denison Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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