Serving 724 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crestwood Community Middle School's student population of 724 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crestwood Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Community 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
#1604 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Community Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Community Middle School is ranked #1604 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Community Middle School?
724 students attend Crestwood Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Crestwood Community Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood Community Middle School?
Crestwood Community Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestwood Community Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crestwood Community Middle School part of?
Crestwood Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Holiday *Spring Break*
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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