Serving 1,509 students in grades 6-8, Lehigh Acres 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lehigh Acres Middle School serves the eastern part of Lehigh Acres, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lehigh Acres Middle School's student population of 1,509 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering lifelong learners to thrive in a global community
School Rankings
Lehigh Acres 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 Lehigh Acres Middle School is 0.55, 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
#2817 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
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
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)46.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-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 Lehigh Acres Middle School's ranking?
Lehigh Acres Middle School is ranked #2817 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lehigh Acres Middle School often compared to?
Lehigh Acres Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Park Academy For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lehigh Acres Middle School?
1,509 students attend Lehigh Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lehigh Acres Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehigh Acres Middle School?
Lehigh Acres Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lehigh Acres Middle School offer ?
Lehigh Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehigh Acres Middle School part of?
Lehigh Acres Middle School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lehigh Acres Middle School located?
Lehigh Acres Middle School is located in the Eisenhower neighborhood of Lehigh Acres, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Eisenhower.
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