Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Mulberry 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulberry Middle School serves the southwest part of its school district in Mulberry, FL, covering an area of approximately 177.4 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulberry Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mulberry 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 Mulberry Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2586 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
37%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, hunter green, white
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mulberry Middle School's ranking?
Mulberry Middle School is ranked #2586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mulberry Middle School often compared to?
Mulberry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mulberry Middle School?
1,058 students attend Mulberry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mulberry Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulberry Middle School?
Mulberry Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mulberry Middle School offer ?
Mulberry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mulberry Middle School part of?
Mulberry Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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