Serving 945 students in grades 6-8, Heron Creek Middle School 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heron Creek Middle School serves the southeastern part of North Port, FL, covering an area of approximately 46.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heron Creek Middle School's student population of 945 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
945 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heron Creek 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 Heron Creek Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1682 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)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Heron Creek Middle School's ranking?
Heron Creek Middle School is ranked #1682 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Heron Creek Middle School often compared to?
Heron Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Heron Creek Middle School?
945 students attend Heron Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Heron Creek Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heron Creek Middle School?
Heron Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heron Creek Middle School offer ?
Heron Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heron Creek Middle School part of?
Heron Creek Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Pretty nice. All white people. Teachers are okay, but could be more funny and just more involved with the students. It is obvious that they are there for money.
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