Seminole Middle School

6200 Sw 16th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
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%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • 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)
Total Students
1,014 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar

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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2043 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
48%
52%
47%
52%
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
0.70
(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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,014 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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