Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, William J Montford Iii Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J Montford Iii Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William J Montford Iii Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,016 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William J Montford Iii 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 William J Montford Iii Middle School is 0.52, 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
#440 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
67%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
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 William J Montford Iii Middle School's ranking?
William J Montford Iii Middle School is ranked #440 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are William J Montford Iii Middle School often compared to?
William J Montford Iii Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerlake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William J Montford Iii Middle School?
1,016 students attend William J Montford Iii Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of William J Montford Iii Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William J Montford Iii Middle School?
William J Montford Iii Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William J Montford Iii Middle School offer ?
William J Montford Iii Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William J Montford Iii Middle School part of?
William J Montford Iii Middle School is part of Leon School District.
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