Serving 905 students in grades 6-8, Harns Marsh 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harns Marsh Middle School serves the northeast part of Lehigh Acres, FL, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 294.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harns Marsh Middle School's student population of 905 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every day, gains knowledge.
School Rankings
Harns Marsh 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 Harns Marsh Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2544 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harns Marsh Middle School's ranking?
Harns Marsh Middle School is ranked #2544 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Harns Marsh Middle School often compared to?
Harns Marsh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Varsity Lakes Middle School, Oak Hammock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Harns Marsh Middle School?
905 students attend Harns Marsh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Harns Marsh Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harns Marsh Middle School?
Harns Marsh Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harns Marsh Middle School offer ?
Harns Marsh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harns Marsh Middle School part of?
Harns Marsh Middle School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Harns Marsh Middle School located?
Harns Marsh Middle School is located in the Harris neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Harris.
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