Serving 30 students in grades 6-8, Lakeland Montessori Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland Montessori Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lakeland Montessori Middle School's student population of 30 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeland Montessori Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland Montessori Middle School is 0.59, 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
#232 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
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 Lakeland Montessori Middle School's ranking?
Lakeland Montessori Middle School is ranked #232 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeland Montessori Middle School?
30 students attend Lakeland Montessori Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lakeland Montessori Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeland Montessori Middle School?
Lakeland Montessori Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeland Montessori Middle School offer ?
Lakeland Montessori Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeland Montessori Middle School part of?
Lakeland Montessori Middle School is part of Polk School District.
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