Serving 1,308 students in grades 6-8, Tequesta Trace Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tequesta Trace Middle School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1.6-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away, typically resulting in a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tequesta Trace Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tequesta Trace Middle School's student population of 1,308 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tequesta Trace Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tequesta Trace Middle School is 0.53, 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
#650 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tequesta Trace Middle School's ranking?
Tequesta Trace Middle School is ranked #650 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tequesta Trace Middle School often compared to?
Tequesta Trace Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tequesta Trace Middle School?
1,308 students attend Tequesta Trace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Tequesta Trace Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tequesta Trace Middle School?
Tequesta Trace Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tequesta Trace Middle School offer ?
Tequesta Trace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tequesta Trace Middle School part of?
Tequesta Trace Middle School is part of Broward School District.
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