Serving 1,118 students in grades 6-8, Lake Gibson 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Gibson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Gibson Middle School's student population of 1,118 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Gibson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Gibson Middle School is 0.68, 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
#3026 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
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 Lake Gibson Middle School's ranking?
Lake Gibson Middle School is ranked #3026 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Gibson Middle School often compared to?
Lake Gibson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Chiles Middle Academy, Lakeland Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Gibson Middle School?
1,118 students attend Lake Gibson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Gibson Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Gibson Middle School?
Lake Gibson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Gibson Middle School offer ?
Lake Gibson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Gibson Middle School part of?
Lake Gibson Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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