Serving 842 students in grades 6-8, Dunedin Highland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunedin Highland Middle School serves the northwest part of Dunedin, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunedin Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dunedin Highland Middle School's student population of 842 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunedin Highland Middle School 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 Dunedin Highland Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1450 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Highlanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunedin Highland Middle School's ranking?
Dunedin Highland Middle School is ranked #1450 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dunedin Highland Middle School often compared to?
Dunedin Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearwater Fundamental Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dunedin Highland Middle School?
842 students attend Dunedin Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dunedin Highland Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunedin Highland Middle School?
Dunedin Highland Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dunedin Highland Middle School offer ?
Dunedin Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunedin Highland Middle School part of?
Dunedin Highland Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
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