Serving 1,307 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodlands Middle School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodlands Middle School's student population of 1,307 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
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 0.72, 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
#1090 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue & Gray
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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?
1,307 students attend Woodlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Woodlands Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlands Middle School?
Woodlands Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than 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.
School Reviews
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