Serving 1,375 students in grades 6-8, Sanford Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sanford Middle School's student population of 1,375 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sanford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanford Middle School is 0.77, 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
#804 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford Middle School's ranking?
Sanford Middle School is ranked #804 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sanford Middle School often compared to?
Sanford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Markham Woods Middle School, Millennium Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sanford Middle School?
1,375 students attend Sanford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Sanford Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanford Middle School?
Sanford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sanford Middle School offer ?
Sanford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford Middle School part of?
Sanford Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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