Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Inverness 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inverness Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Motto
Chargers are Kind, Respectful, and Responsible.
School Rankings
Inverness 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 Inverness Middle School is 0.35, 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
#2180 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
80%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inverness Middle School's ranking?
Inverness Middle School is ranked #2180 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Inverness Middle School often compared to?
Inverness Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Springs Middle School, Crystal River Middle School, Lecanto Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Inverness Middle School?
1,007 students attend Inverness Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Inverness Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inverness Middle School?
Inverness Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Inverness Middle School offer ?
Inverness Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inverness Middle School part of?
Inverness Middle School is part of Citrus School District.
School Calendar
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Date
No School - Fall Break
November 10, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
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