Serving 580 students in grades 6-8, Mcnicol 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCNICOL MIDDLE SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the nearest zone boundary and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnicol Middle School's student population of 580 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcnicol 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 Mcnicol Middle School is 0.48, 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
#3298 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
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
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
67%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)25.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Mcnicol Middle School's ranking?
Mcnicol Middle School is ranked #3298 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mcnicol Middle School?
580 students attend Mcnicol Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mcnicol Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnicol Middle School?
Mcnicol Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcnicol Middle School offer ?
Mcnicol Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcnicol Middle School part of?
Mcnicol Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcnicol Middle School located?
Mcnicol Middle School is located in the Highland Gardens neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Highland Gardens.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teachers are not helpful. The staff is rude. No one returns any phone calls. The teachers are not proficient in the subjects they are teaching. They do not go the extra mile to ensure your child understands what is being taught.
5 10/10/2025
Going to this school has teached me how to express my self in many ways how to make friends be yourself and treat others how you want to be treated i love this school and the teachers and administrators in it.
2 10/10/2025
Im new is this school great for my daughter, she is brilliant
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