Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Greenwood Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Greenwood Lakes Middle School's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood Lakes 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 Greenwood Lakes 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
#1738 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School is ranked #1738 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Greenwood Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Greenwood Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Greenwood Lakes Middle School?
950 students attend Greenwood Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Greenwood Lakes Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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 Greenwood Lakes Middle School?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenwood Lakes Middle School offer ?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Greenwood Lakes Middle School part of?
Greenwood Lakes Middle School is part of Seminole School District.
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