Serving 1,182 students in grades 6-8, East Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 56% 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: 1,182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge 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 East Ridge Middle School is 0.69, 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
#989 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 East Ridge Middle School's ranking?
East Ridge Middle School is ranked #989 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Ridge Middle School often compared to?
East Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windy Hill Middle School, Gray Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Middle School?
1,182 students attend East Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Ridge Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Middle School?
East Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Ridge Middle School offer ?
East Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Ridge Middle School part of?
East Ridge Middle School is part of Lake School District.
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