Serving 1,037 students in grades 6-8, Forest Glen Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,037 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Glen Middle School serves the northeastern part of Pompano Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Glen Middle School's student population of 1,037 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,037 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen 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
#1865 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)29.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
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 Forest Glen Middle School's ranking?
Forest Glen Middle School is ranked #1865 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Forest Glen Middle School?
1,037 students attend Forest Glen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forest Glen Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Glen Middle School?
Forest Glen Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Glen Middle School offer ?
Forest Glen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Glen Middle School part of?
Forest Glen Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Glen Middle School located?
Forest Glen Middle School is located in the Turtle Run neighborhood of Pompano Beach, FL.
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