Woodlands Middle School

5200 Lyons Rd
Lake Worth, FL 33467
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 1,242 students in grades 6-8, Woodlands Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,242 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Woodlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Woodlands Middle School's student population of 1,242 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Mascot
Mustang

School Rankings

Woodlands Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodlands Middle School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1090 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
61%
52%
59%
52%
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
30%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodlands Middle School's ranking?
Woodlands Middle School is ranked #1090 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Woodlands Middle School often compared to?
Woodlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Woodlands Middle School?
1,242 students attend Woodlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Woodlands Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodlands Middle School?
Woodlands Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodlands Middle School offer ?
Woodlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodlands Middle School part of?
Woodlands Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.

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5   5/19/2020
It is an amazing school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Katherin

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,242 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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