Serving 842 students in grades 6-8, South Seminole Middle School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Seminole Middle School serves the southwest part of Casselberry, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 13.8 square miles, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Seminole Middle School's student population of 842 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Seminole Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Seminole Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1762 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Seminole Middle School's ranking?
South Seminole Middle School is ranked #1762 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Seminole Middle School often compared to?
South Seminole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwee 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend South Seminole Middle School?
842 students attend South Seminole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Seminole Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Seminole Middle School?
South Seminole Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Seminole Middle School offer ?
South Seminole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Seminole Middle School part of?
South Seminole Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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