Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, Lake Placid 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Placid Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Placid Middle School's student population of 507 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2667 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highlands School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Placid Middle School's ranking?
Lake Placid Middle School is ranked #2667 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake Placid Middle School often compared to?
Lake Placid Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebring Middle School, Hill-gustat Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake Placid Middle School?
507 students attend Lake Placid Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lake Placid Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Placid Middle School?
Lake Placid Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Placid Middle School offer ?
Lake Placid Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Placid Middle School part of?
Lake Placid Middle School is part of Highlands School District.
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