Lemuel Teal Middle School serves 692 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
692 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Lemuel Teal Middle School is 0.55, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
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
How many students attend Lemuel Teal Middle School?
692 students attend Lemuel Teal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lemuel Teal Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lemuel Teal Middle School?
Lemuel Teal Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lemuel Teal Middle School offer ?
Lemuel Teal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lemuel Teal Middle School part of?
Lemuel Teal Middle School is part of Lee School District.
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