Serving 955 students in grades 6-8, Driftwood 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 955 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Driftwood Middle School serves the southeast part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Driftwood Middle School's student population of 955 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
955 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Driftwood 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 Driftwood 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
#2507 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Driftwood Middle School's ranking?
Driftwood Middle School is ranked #2507 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Driftwood Middle School often compared to?
Driftwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Driftwood Middle School?
955 students attend Driftwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Driftwood Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Driftwood Middle School?
Driftwood Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Driftwood Middle School offer ?
Driftwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Driftwood Middle School part of?
Driftwood Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Driftwood Middle School located?
Driftwood Middle School is located in the Driftwood neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Driftwood.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a pretty okay school.
2 10/10/2025
My brother goes to this school and I am just now getting there and he said the teachers and staff do work hard and can be a little frustrating but most of the problems he has had is with the students. He is in 8th grade now and I am in 6th and by telling me tips I'm thinking of this school as an OK school so far.
5 10/10/2025
I like this school it`s good
1 10/10/2025
My opinion of this school is very low. This school is overcrowded and a child that has learning differences and relies on his IEP being followed will get left behind and forgotten. His grades are dropping and I feel like there is no help or intervention from this school. Driftwood Middle is leaving my child behind.I have met with the ESE team more than once and all they tell me is his IEP is not due to be reviewed until March. This happened September and October meanwhile he is having difficulties that are being addressed. This school put a child with a specific math learning disability in advanced math...... I mean really??? His IEP is not being followed in other classes as well. His grades are dropping and I feel like there is no help or intervention from this school.
5 10/10/2025
Very happy with the school, my two boys are doing well. This is our second year in the school and all the teachers that they had or have are great. The PTSA is working hard to do extra activities for the kids and the staff, all my respect to the members of the PTSA board that donate their time to make the school better. I only have good comments about the staff, I had a couple of issues with my boys and they were handled fast and well.
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