Serving 1,329 students in grades 6-8, Shelley S. Boone 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelley S. Boone Middle School serves the northeast part of Haines City, FL, covering an area of approximately 166.9 square miles, with typical drives of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 8.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelley S. Boone Middle School's student population of 1,329 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelley S. Boone 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 Shelley S. Boone Middle School is 0.58, 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
#3364 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelley S. Boone Middle School's ranking?
Shelley S. Boone Middle School is ranked #3364 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shelley S. Boone Middle School often compared to?
Shelley S. Boone Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shelley S. Boone Middle School?
1,329 students attend Shelley S. Boone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Shelley S. Boone Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelley S. Boone Middle School?
Shelley S. Boone Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelley S. Boone Middle School offer ?
Shelley S. Boone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelley S. Boone Middle School part of?
Shelley S. Boone Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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