Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Greenwood Lakes 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood Lakes Middle School serves the west part of Lake Mary's school district, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenwood Lakes Middle School's student population of 858 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood Lakes 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 Greenwood Lakes 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
#1950 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School is ranked #1950 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Greenwood Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Greenwood Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Lakes Middle School?
858 students attend Greenwood Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Greenwood Lakes Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Lakes Middle School?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenwood Lakes Middle School offer ?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood Lakes Middle School part of?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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