Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Swift Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Swift Creek Middle School serves the eastern part of Tallahassee, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 46.9 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swift Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Swift Creek Middle School's student population of 793 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
793 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swift Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swift Creek Middle School is 0.69, 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
#858 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, White, Teal
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift Creek Middle School's ranking?
Swift Creek Middle School is ranked #858 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Swift Creek Middle School often compared to?
Swift Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Middle School, William J Montford Iii Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Swift Creek Middle School?
793 students attend Swift Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Swift Creek Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swift Creek Middle School?
Swift Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swift Creek Middle School offer ?
Swift Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swift Creek Middle School part of?
Swift Creek Middle School is part of Leon School District.
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