Serving 1,179 students in grades 6-8, Lake Weir 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Weir Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Weir Middle School's student population of 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,179 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Lake Weir 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 Weir Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3223 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lake Weir Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lake Weir Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/19000/18694/lake-weir-middle-school-chart-2iuGOT.png)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
36%
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Black
21%
21%
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White
44%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/19000/18694/lake-weir-middle-school-chart-byVy5b5.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Lake Weir Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Lake Weir Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/19000/18694/lake-weir-middle-school-chart-51wdrl.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Weir Middle School's ranking?
Lake Weir Middle School is ranked #3223 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Weir Middle School often compared to?
Lake Weir Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belleview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Weir Middle School?
1,179 students attend Lake Weir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lake Weir Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Weir Middle School?
Lake Weir Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Weir Middle School offer ?
Lake Weir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Weir Middle School part of?
Lake Weir Middle School is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Weir Middle School located?
Lake Weir Middle School is located in the Lake Weir neighborhood of Summerfield, FL.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
the band program is a fun way to express your self . And mr.martin is cool and he helped me learn my insterment. bring you own lunch understand your teachers and you''ll do fine.
3 11/2/2017
Some of the teachers here are GOLDEN. Really recommend joining the band. School food is... terrible. You'll work through it. The school really TRIES to be there for their students, and everyone here is very understanding.
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