Serving 1,469 students in grades 6-8, Lyons Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 75% 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: 1,469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyons Creek Middle School serves the northeastern area of Pompano Beach, FL, covering approximately 17.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyons Creek Middle School's student population of 1,469 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,469 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyons Creek 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 Lyons Creek Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1221 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
38%
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Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Creek Middle School's ranking?
Lyons Creek Middle School is ranked #1221 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lyons Creek Middle School often compared to?
Lyons Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lyons Creek Middle School?
1,469 students attend Lyons Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lyons Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyons Creek Middle School?
Lyons Creek Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lyons Creek Middle School offer ?
Lyons Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyons Creek Middle School part of?
Lyons Creek Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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