Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Cypress Palm 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cypress Palm Middle School's student population of 796 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cypress Palm 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 Palm Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1509 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
27%
35%
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
53%
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 Cypress Palm Middle School's ranking?
Cypress Palm Middle School is ranked #1509 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cypress Palm Middle School often compared to?
Cypress Palm Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corkscrew Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cypress Palm Middle School?
796 students attend Cypress Palm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cypress Palm Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Palm Middle School?
Cypress Palm Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cypress Palm Middle School offer ?
Cypress Palm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cypress Palm Middle School part of?
Cypress Palm Middle School is part of Collier School District.
In what neighborhood is Cypress Palm Middle School located?
Cypress Palm Middle School is located in the Rural Estates neighborhood of Naples, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Rural Estates.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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