Serving 1,225 students in grades 6-8, Boca Raton Community Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boca Raton Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Boca Raton Community Middle School's student population of 1,225 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boca Raton Community Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boca Raton Community Middle School is 0.68, 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
#937 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
43%
35%
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
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boca Raton Community Middle School's ranking?
Boca Raton Community Middle School is ranked #937 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Boca Raton Community Middle School often compared to?
Boca Raton Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Omni Middle School, Don Estridge High Tech Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Boca Raton Community Middle School?
1,225 students attend Boca Raton Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Boca Raton Community Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boca Raton Community Middle School?
Boca Raton Community Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boca Raton Community Middle School offer ?
Boca Raton Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Boca Raton Community Middle School part of?
Boca Raton Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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