Serving 335 students in grades 4-8, West Gadsden 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Gadsden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Gadsden Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Gadsden Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Gadsden Middle School is 0.60, 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
#3234 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
53%
21%
White
7%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Gadsden Middle School's ranking?
West Gadsden Middle School is ranked #3234 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Gadsden Middle School?
335 students attend West Gadsden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Gadsden Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Gadsden Middle School?
West Gadsden Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Gadsden Middle School offer ?
West Gadsden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is West Gadsden Middle School part of?
West Gadsden Middle School is part of Gadsden School District.
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