Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Seminole 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seminole Middle School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seminole Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Seminole 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 Seminole Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2043 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminole Middle School's ranking?
Seminole Middle School is ranked #2043 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Seminole Middle School often compared to?
Seminole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Middle School, Indian Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Seminole Middle School?
1,014 students attend Seminole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Seminole Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seminole Middle School?
Seminole Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seminole Middle School offer ?
Seminole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminole Middle School part of?
Seminole Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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