Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Kathleen 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathleen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kathleen Middle School's student population of 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Kathleen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kathleen Middle School is 0.66, 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
#3313 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Polk School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kathleen Middle School's ranking?
Kathleen Middle School is ranked #3313 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kathleen Middle School often compared to?
Kathleen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sleepy Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kathleen Middle School?
742 students attend Kathleen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kathleen Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathleen Middle School?
Kathleen Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kathleen Middle School offer ?
Kathleen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kathleen Middle School part of?
Kathleen Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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