Serving 1,141 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 35% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Weir Middle School serves the southeastern part of Summerfield, FL, covering an extensive area of approximately 285.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located nearly 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Weir Middle School's student population of 1,141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,141 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lake Weir 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 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
#3196 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Lake Weir Middle School's ranking?
Lake Weir Middle School is ranked #3196 out of 3,662 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?
35% 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?
1,141 students attend Lake Weir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lake Weir Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% 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 17:1.
What grades does Lake Weir Middle School offer ?
Lake Weir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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
3 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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