Serving 1,040 students in grades 6-8, Woodland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Middle School serves the southeast part of North Port, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 50.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Middle School's student population of 1,040 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,040 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to engage, elevate, and empower every student, every day!
School Rankings
Woodland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1211 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Middle School's ranking?
Woodland Middle School is ranked #1211 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Woodland Middle School often compared to?
Woodland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heron Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Middle School?
1,040 students attend Woodland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Woodland Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Middle School?
Woodland Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodland Middle School offer ?
Woodland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodland Middle School part of?
Woodland Middle School is part of Sarasota School District.
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