Cypress Lake Middle School

8901 Cypress Lake Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33919
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Cypress Lake Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 753 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Cypress Lake Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
753 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

Cypress Lake 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 Cypress Lake Middle School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1100 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
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61%
52%
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60%
52%
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55%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Cypress Lake Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
36%
37%
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Black
9%
21%
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White
49%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
This chart displays the diversity score of Cypress Lake Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cypress Lake Middle School's ranking?
Cypress Lake Middle School is ranked #1100 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cypress Lake Middle School often compared to?
Cypress Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington Middle School, Three Oaks Middle School, Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cypress Lake Middle School?
753 students attend Cypress Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cypress Lake Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Lake Middle School?
Cypress Lake Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cypress Lake Middle School offer ?
Cypress Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cypress Lake Middle School part of?
Cypress Lake Middle School is part of Lee School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

5   9/1/2010
6th.Grade was the first year that my daughter enjoyed and loved to go to school. Teachers really care about students and communication parent/teacher had been fantastic. Kids can choose different elective according to their interests. My daughter chose choir, drama and art, she had a blast. As much as they enjoyed their electives, academics are taken very seriously, and you had to maintain a good average to participate in all the extra activities. Students also can participate in all types of sports, there are try-outs for different disciplines through the year, plus your regular P.E. classes. The school is very well taken care off, the facilities and equipment they have is great. I really enjoyed my first year at Cypress!!
- Posted by Parent - wfsjr

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 753 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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