Serving 1,399 students in grades 6-8, Cypress Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 1,399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cypress Creek Middle School's student population of 1,399 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cypress Creek 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 Cypress Creek Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1247 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Creek Middle School's ranking?
Cypress Creek Middle School is ranked #1247 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cypress Creek Middle School often compared to?
Cypress Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. John Long Middle School, Thomas E. Weightman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cypress Creek Middle School?
1,399 students attend Cypress Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cypress Creek Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Creek Middle School?
Cypress Creek Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cypress Creek Middle School offer ?
Cypress Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cypress Creek Middle School part of?
Cypress Creek Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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