Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Markham Woods 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Markham Woods Middle School serves the northwest part of Lake Mary, FL, covering an area of approximately 42.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Markham Woods Middle School's student population of 900 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Markham Woods 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 Markham Woods Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1194 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
38%
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Black
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-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 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-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 Markham Woods Middle School's ranking?
Markham Woods Middle School is ranked #1194 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Markham Woods Middle School often compared to?
Markham Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Markham Woods Middle School?
900 students attend Markham Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Markham Woods Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Markham Woods Middle School?
Markham Woods Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Markham Woods Middle School offer ?
Markham Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Markham Woods Middle School part of?
Markham Woods Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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