Serving 725 students in grades 6-8, Dundee Ridge Middle Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 81% 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: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dundee Ridge Middle School serves the northeast part of Dundee, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 136.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy's student population of 725 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Students Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dundee Ridge Middle Academy 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
#1460 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundee Ridge Middle Academy's ranking?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy is ranked #1460 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dundee Ridge Middle Academy often compared to?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School, Davenport School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dundee Ridge Middle Academy?
725 students attend Dundee Ridge Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dundee Ridge Middle Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dundee Ridge Middle Academy?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dundee Ridge Middle Academy offer ?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dundee Ridge Middle Academy part of?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy is part of Polk School District.
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