Serving 995 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher 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 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Seminole Middle School's student population of 995 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Seminole Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Seminole Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1533 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
33%
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
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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 #1533 out of 3,704 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?
55% 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?
995 students attend South Seminole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Seminole Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% 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 23:1, which is higher 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
What school district is South Seminole Middle School part of?
South Seminole Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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