Serving 723 students in grades 6-8, Dundee Ridge Middle Academy 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 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy 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 Dundee Ridge Middle Academy is 0.58, 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)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
59%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundee Ridge Middle Academy's ranking?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy is ranked #1509 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dundee Ridge Middle Academy often compared to?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School, Davenport School Of The Arts 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 Dundee Ridge Middle Academy?
723 students attend Dundee Ridge Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dundee Ridge Middle Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dundee Ridge Middle Academy?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dundee Ridge Middle Academy offer ?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dundee Ridge Middle Academy part of?
Dundee Ridge Middle Academy is part of Polk School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day For Students - Student Early Dismissal
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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