Serving 1,833 students in grades 6-8, Indian Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 1,833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Ridge Middle School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 21.6 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest point within the attendance zone is about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,833 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,833 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Ridge Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1024 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Indian Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Indian Ridge Middle School is ranked #1024 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Indian Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Indian Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Middle School, Falcon Cove 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Indian Ridge Middle School?
1,833 students attend Indian Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Indian Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Ridge Middle School?
Indian Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Ridge Middle School offer ?
Indian Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Ridge Middle School part of?
Indian Ridge Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hello I am going to 9th grade now and I am also going back to this school. I was in Indian Ridge for not even a month for 6th grade and I am vary happy to be going back! I love how the education is and organization of the school. That is why I was begging my dad to move back! XD
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