Serving 752 students in grades 5-8, Lake Butler 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 50% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Butler Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Butler, FL, covering approximately 249.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Butler Middle School's student population of 752 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Butler 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 Lake Butler Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1492 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
78%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Butler Middle School's ranking?
Lake Butler Middle School is ranked #1492 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Butler Middle School often compared to?
Lake Butler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branford High School, Union County High School, Lake Butler Elementary 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Butler Middle School?
752 students attend Lake Butler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lake Butler Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Butler Middle School?
Lake Butler Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Butler Middle School offer ?
Lake Butler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Butler Middle School part of?
Lake Butler Middle School is part of Union School District.
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