Serving 1,155 students in grades 6-8, Twin Lakes 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Twin Lakes Middle School's student population of 1,155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twin Lakes Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Lakes Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2296 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
34%
21%
White
33%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Twin Lakes Middle School is ranked #2296 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Twin Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Twin Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandarin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Twin Lakes Middle School?
1,155 students attend Twin Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Twin Lakes Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Lakes Middle School?
Twin Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Twin Lakes Middle School offer ?
Twin Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Twin Lakes Middle School part of?
Twin Lakes Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Lakes Middle School located?
Twin Lakes Middle School is located in the Deerwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Deerwood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of school
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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